Michigan Food Safety Management Practice Test

What type of food is primarily associated with Trichina?

1. Fish

2. Pork

3. Beef

4. Poultry

The correct answer is: Pork

The type of food primarily associated with Trichina is pork because Trichinella spiralis, the parasite that causes trichinosis, is often found in undercooked or raw pork products. This disease can result from consuming meat that contains the encysted larvae of the parasite. Historically, pork has been the most common source of Trichinella infection, especially before stricter regulations and veterinary measures were implemented in livestock production. While other meats may carry different parasites or pathogens, Trichinella is specifically linked with pork. This makes it crucial for food safety practices to ensure that pork is cooked to safe internal temperatures to effectively kill any potential larvae, thus preventing trichinosis in consumers. The other options, while they may have their own food safety concerns, are not primarily associated with Trichina.