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Genetically modified food and speciation
ChemCentre biochemists use DNA technology to screen food and food components for evidence of genetic modification. Assurance can then be provided on labelling of foods, for example soybean and soybean products.
Analysis can be performed for genetically modified soybean in soybean protein isolates, soy meat, soymilk, tofu soy bread and bread flavouring.
We can also identify the source of meats, for example sheep, cattle, pig or poultry in sausages, pies, salamis, prepared meats, mince meats and meat meals.
Meat speciation is used to determine that the consumer is purchasing the correct meat in their purchased product and not a cheaper substitute. Meat speciation also has religious significance with the large Middle Eastern population in Perth.
ChemCentre can identify a wide range of locally caught and imported fish species. These species include: barramundi, Nile perch, red emperor, shark and a large number of other fish.
Fish speciation is essential in guaranteeing that the fish being purchased (whether wholesale, retail or restaurant) is what was advertised and labelled.
Speciation is also used in the prosecution of illegal fishing within Western Australian waters.
