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- result of ingesting a food containing live, pathogenic microorganisms which then grow in the human intestine causing illness (1 point)
spoilage
foodborne illness
food intoxication
food infection
- causes gastroenteritis, wound infection, and severe bloodstream infections. people with liver diseases are especially at high risk. sources: raw or undercooked seafood, particularly shellfish. (1 point)
salmonella
shigella
vibrio vulnificus
toxoplasma gondii
staphylococcus aureus
- transfer of pathogenic bacteria to food from other foods, unwashed hands or other items (1 point)
cross contamination
close call
food safety
cross contact
Brief Explanations
- The definition matches food infection, where live pathogens ingested grow in the gut to cause illness, distinct from intoxication (toxins cause illness) or general spoilage/illness terms.
- Vibrio Vulnificus is linked to raw/undercooked seafood, causes the listed infections, and poses higher risk to those with liver disease, unlike the other pathogens which have different sources and risk profiles.
- Cross contamination specifically refers to the transfer of pathogenic bacteria between foods, hands, or items, which aligns with the given definition.
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