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CampylobacterGenus of gram-negative spiral-shaped bacteria infecting mammals. Many species, especially C. fetus, cause miscarriage in sheep and cattle. C. jejuni is a common cause of food poisoning. Sources include meats (particularly chicken) and unpasteurized milk. Infection causes acute gastroenteritis, fever, headache, and joint and muscle pain; nerve damage and death may occur in severe cases. How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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There is new material on the extent of Campylobacter in the food supply, transmission of antibiotic- resistant campylobacters from food to animals, and control of Campylobacter at the food source. These campylobacters cannot grow at all under 30[degrees]C, less than most peak spring and autumn temperatures, so poor food storage multiplication cannot be an issue (unlike other food poisoning bacteria). Validation of a polymerase chain reaction/restriction enzyme analysis method for species identification of thermophilic campylobacters isolated from domestic and wild animals. |
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