Which organ is commonly affected by Aflatoxin food poisoning in humans?

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Liver. Aflatoxin causes liver cirrhosis. Aflatoxins are poisonous carcinogens and mutagens produced by certain fungi that are found on agricultural crops such as maize (corn), peanuts, cottonseed, and tree nuts. The main fungi that produce aflatoxins are Aspergillus flavus and Aspergillus parasiticus, which are abundant in warm and humid regions of the world.They can contaminate food crops and pose a serious health threat to humans and livestock.

Which organ is commonly affected by Aflatoxin food poisoning in humans?

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