lentinan

What is it ? A form of beta-glucanLentinan, an anti-tumor polysaccharide from the Shiitake mushroom.Lentinan, an antitumor polysaccharide from Lentinus edodes.lentinan, a strictly purified beta-1,6:beta-1,3-glucan.Lentinan is one of the host-mediated anti-cancer drugs which has been shown to affect host defense immune systems.
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Lentinan, n Latin names: Lentinula edodes, Lentinus edodes; part used: fruiting body ; uses: immunomodulator, antibacterial, antiviral, cancer, high [more]Lentinan - Community and Resources

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.