Author: biocomma

Introduction Mycotoxins are toxic secondary metabolites produced byfungi, primarily absorbed by humans through diet. Aspergillus,Penicillium, and Fusarium are the main genera generating themost common mycotoxins … Read More ›

Introduction Deoxynivalenol (DON) is a trichothecene compound widelypresent in wheat and its derivatives. Once ingested throughcontaminated agricultural products, DON leads to symptomsof poisoning, including vomiting, … Read More ›

Introduction Ochratoxins are metabolites of certain Aspergillus andPenicillium fungi. Ochratoxin A, B, and C differ in chemicalstructures. Ochratoxin A (OTA) is the most toxic and … Read More ›

Introduction Zearalenone, a non-steroidal mycotoxin from Fusarium fungus,is commonly found in contaminated grains (wheat, corn, oats,barley, etc.). It’s a major global crop contaminant, leadingto adverse … Read More ›

Introduction Mycotoxins are toxic secondary metabolites produced byfungi, primarily absorbed by humans through diet. Aspergillus,Penicillium, and Fusarium are the main genera generating themost common mycotoxins … Read More ›

Introduction Aflatoxin, a secondary metabolite synthesized by fungi such asAspergillus flavus and Aspergillus parasiticus via the polyketidepathway, typically comprises a difuran ring and an oxinone.Natural … Read More ›

Introduction Aflatoxin, a secondary metabolite synthesized by fungi such asAspergillus flavus and Aspergillus parasiticus via the polyketidepathway, typically comprises a difuran ring and an oxinone.Natural … Read More ›