Determination the prevalence of Escherichia coli and Salmonella sp. in chicken breast sold in traditional markets of East Barito Regency, Indonesia

Abstract

Escherichia coli and Salmonella sp. are two primary pathogens because they are indicators of hygiene for food safety and may be at high risk of foodborne illness. This study aims to determine the prevalence of Escherichia coli and Salmonella sp. in traditional markets sold in East Barito Regency as food safety monitors. Chicken breast samples were taken from chicken traders in traditional markets in East Barito Regency. Test for the presence of Escherichia coli and Salmonella sp. using MC MediaPad was conducted. The presence of Escherichia coli and Salmonella sp. was detected 20% and 6.67% in chicken sold in traditional markets in East Barito Regency, respectively. With the presence of Escherichia coli and Salmonella sp., it is necessary to increase traders' awareness regarding hygiene and sanitation.