The PCR assay detected hlyA gene of L.monocytogenes in only one fish sample. The presence of
this organism in seafood is a great public health concern. The results of this study suggest that PCR could be an
excellent tool for detection of Listeria monocytogenes in sea foods as well as in livestock foods.
Keywords: Fish samples, Listeria monocytogenes, Cultural methods, PCR assay.
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