Clostridium botulinum

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Meaning

anaerobic bacterium producing botulin the toxin that causes botulism

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Botulism Infants can develop botulism after consuming honey contaminated with Clostridium botulinum endospores. citation Infantile botulism shows geographical variation. Source: Internet

A poisonous nerve toxin produced by the bacterium Clostridium botulinum causes botulism. Source: Internet

However, some bacteria such as Clostridium botulinum or Bacillus cereus can form spores that survive boiling, which then germinate and regrow after the food has cooled. Source: Internet

Detection of Type A, B, E, and F Clostridium botulinum Neurotoxins in Foods by Using an Amplified Enzyme-Linked Immunosorbent Assay with Digoxigenin-Labeled Antibodies. Source: Internet

Historical notes on botulism, Clostridium botulinum, botulinum toxin, and the idea of the therapeutic use of the toxin. Source: Internet

Botulinum toxin A is one of the neurotoxins produced by Clostridium botulinum -- and that is what Botox is made of. Source: Internet

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