What false positive cyclospora test means for outbreak, according to former FDA medical officer
Summary
The FDA is investigating an outbreak of cyclosporiasis, a foodborne illness, but some earlier positive test results were incorrect. Dr. David Acheson, a medical and food safety expert, explained the situation on CBS News.Key Facts
- Cyclosporiasis is an illness caused by eating food or water contaminated with a parasite called Cyclospora.
- The FDA is trying to find the source of the recent outbreak.
- Some early test results for Cyclospora infection were false positives, meaning they showed the illness when it was not really there.
- False positives can complicate and delay the investigation.
- Dr. David Acheson has over 40 years of experience in medicine and food safety.
- He discussed the implications of the false positive test results on CBS News.
- The FDA continues its efforts to identify the cause and prevent further cases.
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