Zearalenone
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Zearalenone: Monitoring and Analysis
Importance of monitoring zearalenone
Zearalenone is a mycotoxin produced by fungi of the genus Fusarium, commonly found in corn (maize). Due to its estrogenic properties, zearalenone poses significant health risks to both animals and humans.
Common sources and effects of zearalenone
Zearalenone is a phytohormone that exhibits estrogenic effects, which can lead to fertility disorders in animals. Clinical signs of hyperestrogenism have been reported primarily in hogs but are also observed in cows, horses, and sheep. The potential health risks for humans consuming foods contaminated with zearalenone, whether of vegetable or animal origin, are a topic of extensive discussion.
Regulatory compliance and consumer protection
To mitigate the health risks associated with zearalenone, it is essential to regularly monitor and analyze its presence in food and feed products. Ensuring compliance with food safety regulations helps protect both animal and human health.
Analytical solutions for zearalenone detection
We offer a comprehensive range of analytical platforms for the accurate detection and quantification of zearalenone. These include:
- Advanced detection methods: Utilize sophisticated analytical platforms to provide precise quantification of zearalenone levels in various agricultural products.
- Comprehensive testing: Covers a wide range of grains and animal feed to ensure compliance with safety standards and protect health.
Key benefits of zearalenone monitoring
- Consumer protection: Ensures food products are safe for consumption by detecting and quantifying zearalenone contamination.
- Animal health: Protects livestock from the adverse effects of zearalenone-contaminated feed, improving animal welfare and productivity.
- Regulatory compliance: Helps manufacturers comply with food safety regulations, preventing legal and economic repercussions.
- Quality assurance: Maintains the integrity and safety of food and feed products by preventing the distribution of contaminated items.
- Advanced detection methods: Utilizes reliable and efficient analytical platforms for the accurate monitoring of zearalenone levels in various grains.
Conclusion
Monitoring zearalenone is essential for protecting human and animal health, ensuring regulatory compliance, and maintaining the quality of agricultural products. By employing advanced detection methods, manufacturers can accurately identify and quantify zearalenone contamination, ensuring the safety of their products. This proactive approach supports robust quality control processes, upholds food safety standards, and fosters consumer trust in food and feed products.
Product portfolio
| Product | Description | No. of tests/amount | Art. No. |
|---|---|---|---|
| RIDASCREEN® Zearalenon |
RIDASCREEN® Zearalenon is a competitive enzyme immunoassay for the quantitative analysis of zearalenone residues in cereals, feed, beer, serum and urine. Read more |
Microtiter plate with 96 wells (12 strips with 8 wells each). | R1401 |
| RIDASCREEN®FAST Zearalenon SC |
RIDASCREEN®FAST Zearalenon SC is a competitive enzyme immunoassay for the quantitative analysis of zearalenone in cereals. Read more |
Microtiter plate with 48 wells (6 strips with 8 wells each) | R5505 |
| RIDASCREEN®FAST Zearalenon |
RIDASCREEN®FAST Zearalenon is a competitive enzyme immunoassay for the quantitative analysis of zearalenone in cereals and feed. The test was validated with different matrices of cereals and composed feed. Read more |
Microtiter plate with 48 wells (6 strips with 8 wells each) | R5502 |
| Product | Description | No. of tests/amount | Art. No. |
|---|---|---|---|
| RIDA®QUICK Zearalenon RQS |
RIDA®QUICK Zearalenon RQS is a quantitative immunochromatographic test in strip format for the detemination of zearalenone in corn. Results are evaluated with the RIDA®SMART APP software (Art. No. ZRSAM1000) and an approved smartphone or installed … Read more |
20 x test strips | R5504 |
| Product | Description | No. of tests/amount | Art. No. |
|---|---|---|---|
| QualiT Pure™ Multi-Ergot Alkaloid MS |
Solid phase clean-up column for the purification of multi-mycotoxins. Read more |
50 columns (syringe format) | TC-QP2100-50 |
| QualiT Pure™ Multi-Mycotoxin |
Solid phase clean-up column for the purification of multi-mycotoxins. Read more |
50 columns (syringe format) | TC-QP1000-50 |
| QualiT Pure™ Multi-tox MS |
Solid phase clean-up column for the purification of multi-mycotoxins. Read more |
50 columns (syringe format) | TC-QP1100-50 |
| EASI-EXTRACT® ZEARALENONE |
Immunoaffinity columns for use in conjunction with HPLC or LC-MS/MS for detection of zearalenone in a wide range of commodities. Read more |
10 columns (3 ml format) (RBRRP91), 50 columns (3 ml format) (RBRRP90) |
RBRRP91 / RBRRP90 |
| DZT MS-PREP® |
DZT MS-PREP® immunoaffinity columns contain highly specific monoclonal antibodies directed against DON, zearalenone, T-2 and HT-2 toxin. The columns lead not only to a clean-up of the sample but also to a selective purification of the mycotoxins. … Read more |
RBRP73: 10 immunoaffinity columns (1 ml format), RBRP73B: 50 immunoaffinity columns (1 ml format) |
RBRP73 / RBRP73B |
| AO ZON PREP® |
Multi-mycotoxin immunoaffinity columns for simultaneous detection of aflatoxins B1, B2, G1, G2, ochratoxin A and zearalenone in a wide range of commodities in conjunction with HPLC or LC-MS/MS. Read more |
RBRP112: 10 immunoaffinity columns (3 ml format), RBRP112B: 50 immunoaffinity columns (3 ml format) |
RBRP112 / RBRP112B |
| PuriTox AflaZON |
Solid phase clean-up columns for the purification of aflatoxins and zearalenone from cereals. Read more |
25 solid phase clean-up columns (syringe format) | TC-M160 |
