Application of an automated particle‐based immunosensor for the detection of aflatoxin B1 in foods

A method using an automated particle immunosensor is described which can easily detect aflatoxin B1 down to a level of 4 ng g‐1 (4 ppb) in reference food materials. The assay takes approximately 8 min and employs a simple extraction procedure which takes <60 min to complete. Experiments with other aflatoxins indicate that only G2 shows significant cross‐reactivity (23%). The potential of the method for both surveillance and application in the food industry is assessed.

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