Fungal Infection May Be Prevented by Molecules found in Mucus - Genetic Engineering & Biotechnology News

Components of mucus, called glycans, have been found to interact with Candida albicans and prevent it from causing infection.

Candida albicans is among the microbes that can be harmful if not contained. Infections can usually be treated with antifungal drugs. However, invasive C. albicans infections of the bloodstream or in… [+3507 chars]

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