USING BIOMOLECULAR TOOLS FOR DETECTION PATHOGENS IN FOOD PRODUCTS

Abstract

Biological safety is a crucial aspect for preventing the spread of harmful microorganisms and protecting human health. this study aimed to investigate the presence of some virulence genes in Salmonella spp. samples were cultured on selective media, and afterward, the isolates were used for DNA extraction by using a kit intended according to established protocol, A comprehensive approach combining traditional microbiological techniques with advanced molecular analysis using DNA markers was employed to detect these pathogens within the sampled meat products.