Bacillus cereus food poisoning
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Bacillus cereus food poisoning
MODEL RELEASED. Bacillus cereus food poisoning. Microbiologist holding a petri dish containing a culture of B. cereus bacteria in one hand and a sample of reheated rice in the other. B. cereus is a Gram positive, spore forming bacteria found in soil, water and on food. It produces an indigestible toxin that causes foodborne illness. It is particularly prevalent on rice that has been cooked and then improperly refrigerated. When the rice is reheated, the bacterial spores survive and germinate, leading to nausea and vomiting after consumption
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In this photo print, a dedicated microbiologist holds a petri dish containing a culture of Bacillus cereus bacteria in one hand and a sample of reheated rice in the other. This image sheds light on the dangers associated with B. cereus food poisoning, caused by this Gram-positive, spore-forming bacterium commonly found in soil, water, and food. Bacillus cereus produces an indigestible toxin that leads to severe foodborne illness when consumed. The bacterium thrives particularly on cooked rice that has been improperly refrigerated. Even after reheating the rice, bacterial spores survive and germinate, resulting in nausea and vomiting upon ingestion. The gloved hands of the scientist symbolize caution as they handle this hazardous substance. Their expertise lies at the intersection of biology and medicine, where they diligently study harmful microorganisms like B. cereus to protect public health. This photo serves as a reminder of the importance of proper food safety practices to prevent such illnesses from occurring. It highlights how crucial it is to store leftover cooked rice correctly to avoid potential contamination by pathogenic bacteria like Bacillus cereus. Captured by Science Photo Library's skilled photographers, this image showcases both the biological intricacies behind B. cereus food poisoning and the critical research conducted within microbiology laboratories worldwide for better understanding and prevention of such diseases.
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