Antibiotic Residues in Food: Extraction, Analysis, and Human Health Concerns

The abundant use of antibiotics leads to antibiotic residues in frequently consumed foods. Residual antibiotics in food may have adverse effects on humans by directly causing disease via low-dose exposure and indirect harm via antibiotic resistance. However, the current methods for antibiotic extraction and analysis in food have not yet formed a uniform standard, and only a few data exist regarding the residual antibiotic condition in various types of foods. Hence, we review the literature since 2008 to summarize analytical methods and residue status of antibiotics in food. Then, we discuss the causes of antibiotic residues in food and the possible hazards to human health. We hope that the joint efforts of the…

• NN
  National Natural Science Foundation of China

  Awards: U1701242, D071301
• CP
  China Postdoctoral Science Foundation

  Award: 2017M622725