
Aflatoxin, ochratoxin A (OTA), and zearalenone (ZEA) are toxins produced by naturally occurring molds and fungi. Aflatoxin is a Group 1 carcinogen proven to cause cancer in humans, while OTA and ZEA are suspected to cause disease in humans and animals. OTA, a suspected carcinogen, causes kidney damage in humans, as well as livestock.
Aflatoxin, ochratoxin A (OTA), and zearalenone (ZEA) are toxins produced by naturally occurring molds and fungi. Aflatoxin is a Group 1 carcinogen proven to cause cancer in humans, while OTA and ZEA are suspected to cause disease in humans and animals. OTA, a suspected carcinogen, causes kidney damage in humans, as well as livestock. Exposure to ZEA can cause reproductive problems including interference with conception, ovulation, and implantation in some animals, bringing this mycotoxin under increased scrutiny.
AOZ HPLC from VICAM is the trusted test that employs a single column to simultaneously isolate aflatoxins B1, B2, G1, G2; OTA and ZEA. Using a single monoclonal antibody-based immunoaffinity column and HPLC, this test produces precise numerical results in micrograms per kilogram (µg/kg) or parts per billion (ppb).
An ideal cleanup step for any HPLC, AOZ HPLC has a long shelf life, requires no refrigeration, and can be used with a variety of samples.
Mycotoxin of interest | Detection limit (µg/kg) |
Aflatoxins | 0.1 |
Ochratoxin | 0.25 |
Zearalenone | 5 |
Detection limits are dependend upon the matrix.