Biologically Active Substance
lentinan Audio
[ len-tih-nun ]
Subclass of:
beta-Glucans
Definitions related to lentinan:
  • A beta-glucan (a type of polysaccharide) from the mushroom Lentinus edodes (shiitake mushroom). It has been studied in Japan as a treatment for cancer.
    NCI Dictionary of Cancer Terms
    U.S. National Cancer Institute, 2021
  • Polysaccharide isolated from the edible mushroom LENTINULA EDODES. The exact composition is unknown.
    NLM Medical Subject Headings
    U.S. National Library of Medicine, 2025
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