Rapid method for controlling the correct labeling of products containing common octopus (Octopus vulgaris) and main substitute species (Eledone cirrhosa and Dosidicus gigas) by fast real-time PCR

► RT-PCR method for authentication of common octopus and main substitute species. ► RT-PCR advantages: fast, no post PCR step, reliable, sensitivity and specificity. ► Application: normative control, verification of labeling, products traceability.