Question

Which of the statement is true:
A. Aflatoxin B1 when ingested by cattle is metabolized to Aflatoxin M1
B. Aflatoxin B1 when ingested by cattle is metabolized to Aflatoxin M2
C. Aflatoxin M1 when ingested by cattle is metabolized to Aflatoxin B1
D. Aflatoxin M2 when ingested by cattle is metabolized to Aflatoxin M1
In light of the above statements, choose the correct answer from the options given below:

• A. Statement A
• B. Statement B
• C. Statement C
• D. Statement D

Hint:

Aflatoxin B1 \(\rightarrow\) Aflatoxin M1 (in cattle).
M1 appears in milk.
Important for food safety.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is A

Step 1: Understanding the Concept:
Aflatoxins are metabolized in animals.
The metabolism of aflatoxin B1 produces specific metabolites.
Step 2: Key Formula or Approach:
No specific formula.
Need to know the metabolism of aflatoxins.
Step 3: Detailed Explanation:
Aflatoxin B1 is metabolized to Aflatoxin M1 in cattle.
Aflatoxin M1 is excreted in milk.
Aflatoxin M2 is not a major metabolite.
The conversion from M1 to B1 does not occur.
Thus, Statement A is true.
Step 4: Final Answer:
Statement A is true.
Hence, the correct option is (A). \bigskip