Food microbiology - Targeted surveys - Final report - Viruses in ready-to-eat fresh-cut fruits - April 1, 2017 to March 31, 2020
A targeted survey analyzed 1149 samples of ready-to-eat fresh-cut fruits for the presence of Hepatitis A Virus (HAV) and Norovirus (NoV) genetic material (RNA). HAV RNA was detected in 3 samples and NoV RNA was detected in 2 samples. The CFIA conducted appropriate follow-up activities. No illnesses were reported in association with any of the positive samples and no product recalls were required.
- Publisher - Current Organization Name: Canadian Food Inspection Agency
- Publisher - Organization Section Name: Science
- Licence: Open Government Licence - Canada