Investigating potential sources of sore throat: physico-chemical attributes and microbial contamination in rambutan from fresh harvests and retail stores

• Main Authors: Iliya Zakirah Izhar, Saiful Irwan Zubairi, Zainun Nurzahim, Harisun Yaakob, Zalifah Mohd Kasim
• Format: Article
• Language: English
• Published: Penerbit Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia 2024
• Online Access: http://journalarticle.ukm.my/24037/1/SEE%2011.pdf; http://journalarticle.ukm.my/24037/; https://www.ukm.my/jsm/english_journals/vol53num5_2024/contentsVol53num5_2024.html
• Institution: Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia

Rambutan (Nephelium lappaceum), a tropical fruit cherished for its succulent flesh and vibrant appearance, is cultivated extensively across various regions worldwide. However, despite its popularity, the fruit faces challenges related to particulate contamination during the harvesting process. Parti...