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<p><b>New page</b></p><div>[[File:Aflatoxin B1.svg|thumb|{{PAGENAME}}]] <br>'''Aflatoxin B1''' is a potent [[carcinogen]] which is produced by the [[Aspergillus flavus]] and [[Aspergillus parasiticus]] fungi. It is a member of the [[aflatoxin]] family and is particularly harmful to [[livestock]], [[poultry]], and [[humans]].<br />
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==Structure and Properties==<br />
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Aflatoxin B1 is a [[difuran]] compound with a molecular formula of C17H12O6. It is a secondary [[metabolite]] of the Aspergillus species. The compound is colorless to pale-yellow and is soluble in [[alcohol]] and [[acetone]], but insoluble in [[water]].<br />
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==Production and Occurrence==<br />
Aflatoxin B1 is produced by the Aspergillus flavus and Aspergillus parasiticus fungi, which are common in warm and humid environments. These fungi can contaminate a variety of [[crops]], including [[peanuts]], [[corn]], and [[cottonseed]], during pre-harvest, storage, and processing periods.<br />
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==Health Effects==<br />
Aflatoxin B1 is a potent carcinogen and has been linked to [[liver cancer]] in humans. It can also cause [[immune system]] suppression and malnutrition. In livestock and poultry, aflatoxin B1 can cause liver damage, decreased production, and death.<br />
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==Detection and Control==<br />
Various methods are available for the detection of aflatoxin B1, including [[chromatography]], [[immunoassay]], and [[spectrophotometry]]. Control measures include good agricultural practices, proper storage, and the use of [[antifungal]] agents.<br />
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==See Also==<br />
* [[Aflatoxin]]<br />
* [[Aspergillus flavus]]<br />
* [[Aspergillus parasiticus]]<br />
* [[Liver cancer]]<br />
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==References==<br />
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