Modeling Intestinal Infection in Zebrafish Larvae Using Foodborne Bacteria

Journal of Visualized Experiments 2026

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DOI: 10.3791/24493
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Abstract

Source: Flores, E., et al. Using the Protozoan Paramecium caudatum as a Vehicle for Food-borne Infections in Zebrafish Larvae. J. Vis. Exp. (2019).This video demonstrates the method of establishing a foodborne bacterial intestinal infection model in zebrafish larvae by feeding them paramecia infected with fluorescent E. coli.

Fields of Study & Subjects

Zebrafish Biomedical Research Applications Aquaculture disease management and microbiota Escherichia coli research studies

Publication details

Journal / source
Journal of Visualized Experiments
Publication date
27 February 2026
Language
EN