Tag: Fungal cell wall

Carbohydrates can constitute over half of a mushroom's dry weight, demonstrating their critical role in fungal biology. Much like other eukaryotes, fungi rely on these organic compounds for energy, structural integrity, and survival.

While beta-D-glucan is an abundant cell wall polysaccharide found in most fungal species, several notable exceptions exist, impacting the use of standard diagnostic assays. These fungi lack or produce minimal amounts of beta-D-glucan, challenging conventional diagnostic methods that rely on its detection.