Micotoxicoses in Man and Animals: Diagnosis and Basic Control Measures

This technical training manual provides an examination of food contamination control and monitoring, with a focus on mycotoxins that pose serious risks to both human and animal health. Prepared through the collaboration of the Food and Agriculture Organization, the United Nations Environment Programme, and the government of the former Soviet Union, the manual serves as a professional training tool for those working in veterinary science, agriculture, food safety, and public health. It offers coverage of various mycotoxicoses, including their origins, toxic compounds, symptoms, diagnosis, and species-specific effects. Drawing on clinical cases, field investigations, and laboratory research, it presents clear methodologies for identifying contamination and implementing effective control measures.