Q. Cytosporin-A an immunosuppressive drug is produced by the fungus
A) Aspergillus niger
B) Monascus purpureus
C) Penicillium notatum
D) Trichoderma polysporum
Explanation
Cyclosporine-A is an eleven membered cyclic oligopeptide obtained through fermentative activity of fungus Trichoderma polysporum. It inhibits activation of T-cells and therefore, prevents rejection reactions in organ transplantation
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