Haematopoiesis Radioprotection in BALB/c Mice by an Aqueous Mycelium Extract from the Basidiomycete Pleurotus ostreatus Mushroom
Scientists discovered that an extract from oyster mushroom (Pleurotus ostreatus) can protect bone marrow and immune system cells from radiation damage in mice. This finding has important implications for radiation protection and medical treatments. Impacts on everyday life: • Could help protect cancer patients undergoing radiation therapy • Potential natural supplement for radiation workers’ protection • Shows promise for developing new medicines from mushrooms • Demonstrates value of natural products in medical treatments • Could lead to better treatments for immune system disorders