How Can We Better Detect Unauthorized GMOs in Food and Feed Chains?


  • De Loose, M. , Debode, F. , Roosens, N. , Fraiture, M.A. & Herman, P. (2017). How Can We Better Detect Unauthorized GMOs in Food and Feed Chains? Trends in Biotechnology, 35: (6), 508-517.
Type Journal Article
Year 2017
Title How Can We Better Detect Unauthorized GMOs in Food and Feed Chains?
Journal Trends in Biotechnology
Label U16-Article-Debode-2017-02
Volume 35
Issue 6
Pages 508-517
Date June 2017
Endnote Keywords unauthorized GMO, detection, monitoring, new workflow, qPCR, next-generation-sequencing, DNA walking
Abstract Current GMO detection systems have limited abilities to detect unauthorized genetically modified organisms (GMOs). Here, we propose a new workflow, based on next-generation sequencing (NGS) technology, to overcome this problem. In providing information about DNA sequences, this high-throughput workflow can distinguish authorized and unauthorized GMOs by strengthening the tools commonly used by enforcement laboratories with the help of NGS technology. In addition, thanks to its massive sequencing capacity, this workflow could be used to monitor GMOs present in the food and feed chain. In view of its potential implementation by enforcement laboratories, we discuss this innovative approach, its current limitations, and its sustainability of use over time.
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Lien https://doi.org/10.1016/j.tibtech.2017.03.002
Authors De Loose, M., Debode, F., Roosens, N., Fraiture, M.A., Herman, P.