2006 Outbreak of Scombroid Poisoning Linked to Albacore Tuna, California
Two people became ill due to scombroid poisoning after eating albacore tuna at a restaurant in California.
Tags:
scombroid, histamine, fish, finfish, seafood, Albacore TunaOverview
| Outbreak began: | April 2006 |
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| Affected country: | US |
| States/territories: | CA |
| Pathogen: | Scombroid poisoning |
| Vehicle(s): | fish |
| Location(s): | Restaurant |
| Molecular test results: | Not reported |
Health impact
| Total ill: | 2 |
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| Number hospitalized: | 2 |
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