University of Basrah Research and Assessment of Meat Product Quality and Types in Local Markets
A master's thesis at the College of Veterinary Medicine, University of Basrah, examined "Evaluating the Quality of Meat Products and Antibiotic and Hormone Residues and Identifying Their Types in Local Markets."
The thesis, presented by researcher Ru'a Kifah Ahmed, included an assessment of the quality and safety of 80 samples of processed meat products. It also involved detecting antibiotic and hormone residues using ELISA technology, as well as verifying the conformity of meat types to the declared data using Multiplex Touchdown PCR.
The study concluded that some samples had high microbial loads, neomycin levels exceeded permissible limits, and genetic discrepancies were observed between the declared and actual meat. All samples were found to be free of DNA from unauthorized animals.
The thesis recommended stricter controls on meat products and veterinary drug residues, improved storage and refrigeration conditions, and the inclusion of genetic testing to verify meat types within food inspection systems.
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