Detection of Ricin Contamination in Ground Beef by Electrochemiluminescence Immunosorbent Assay
Ricin is a highly toxic protein present in the seeds of Ricinus communis (castor), grown principally as a source of high quality industrial lubricant and as an ornamental. Because ricin has been used for intentional poisoning in the past and could be used to contaminate food, there is a need for ana...
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Language: | English |
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MDPI AG
2011-04-01
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Series: | Toxins |
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Online Access: | http://www.mdpi.com/2072-6651/3/4/398/ |