Minimize Cross-contamination in Food Testing Labs with a LIMS
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Food contamination is a widespread occurrence, with ramifications leading to bacterial outbreaks, allergic reactions, and many other negative side effects. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), one in six Americans contracts a foodborne disease each year, leading to 3,000 annual deaths. The United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) highlighted that foodborne diseases cost the country more than $15.6B annually. When there are ingredients, preservatives, instruments and equipment, packaging materials, and humans involved in the process, cross-contamination can likely occur at any point.?