What is the source of citrinin? Key Fungi, Contaminated Foods, and Prevention
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According to research published by the National Institutes of Health, citrinin is a mycotoxin primarily produced by certain species of fungi from the genera *Aspergillus*, *Penicillium*, and *Monascus*. It can contaminate a wide range of agricultural products and processed foods, posing a significant food safety risk worldwide.
