Microbiological quality and safety of minimally processed vegetables marketed in Campinas, SP – Brazil, as assessed by traditional and alternative methods

In conclusion, it has been observed that the microbiological quality of MPV commercialized in Campinas is generally satisfactory. Besides, the choice of microbiological method should be based not only on resource and time issues, but also on parameters such as sensitivity and specificity for the specific foods under analysis. Highlights ► Microbiological evaluation of MPV by traditional and rapid methods. ► Indicator microorganisms, staphylococci, Salmonella and L. monocytogenes analyzed. ► Reveal Salmonella led to high positivity rates than Vidas, 1,2 Test, traditional. ► Vidas, Vip, Reveal, and traditional method performed equally for L. monocytogenes. ► The microbiological quality of MPV commercialized in Campinas was satisfactory.
Source: Food Control - Category: Food Science Source Type: research