Sunday January 3, 1999 - Question 2

Which of the following statements about scombroid fish poisoning is correct?

A. Scombroid is not commonly associated with fresh water fish.

B. The mechanism for the development of scombroid is unknown.

C. Only spoiled fish that have a honeycombed appearance are a source of scombroid.

D. Scombroid can be prevented if fish is stored at 15°C from the time it is caught until it is cooked.

E. Scombroid only occurs in individuals with fish allergies.
 
 

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