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NAL Agricultural Thesaurus
U.S. Department of Agriculture

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Research, Technology, Methods > toxic substances > toxins > microbial toxins > mycotoxins > ochratoxins > ochratoxin A
Preferred Term:

ochratoxin A

Definition:
Produced by Aspergillus sp. (A. ochraceus) and Penicillium sp. (P. viridicatum). Highest levels usually found in cereal grains (corn, barley, wheat and rye). At least nine ochratoxins identified, but ochratoxin A is the most common and has the greatest toxicological significance. Nephrotoxic and a suspected carcinogen. No FDA action, advisory or guidance levels established for ochratoxin A in US feed.
Concept Schemes:
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NALT Full
Broader Concept:
ochratoxins
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URI:
https://lod.nal.usda.gov/nalt/55588
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