Report name:
Bacteriophages as enteric viral indicators in bivalve mollusc management
Authors:
Kate R Hodgson
Co-Investigators:
Valeria A Torok, Alison R Turnbull
Content type:
Journal Article
Background information:
This paper details the use of bacteriophages to detect human enteric viruses such as HAV and NOV in Oysters.
Date:
01 November 2017
Project status:
Completed
Other information:
Bacteriophages have been identified as potential indicators or surrogates for human enteric viruses due to their similarities in morphology, behaviour in water environments and resistance to disinfectant treatments.