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Food contamination 2016

The detection of unexpected DNA traces, including human and rodent DNA, in burgers, which is attributed to supply-chain gaps or contamination rather than intentional formulation.

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Feb 5, 2026

What credible lab tests have found human or non‑declared DNA in commercial burger products and how were those results interpreted?

’ 2016 “” is the chief credible laboratory analysis often cited for human or non‑declared DNA in burgers: it tested 258 burger products and reported one sample with human DNA and three samples with ra...

Feb 5, 2026

Is there human meat in McDonald’s burgers

No credible evidence shows uses human meat in its burgers; the claim traces back to a 2014 satirical hoax and has been repeatedly debunked by multiple fact-checkers and investigative outlets, while is...