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Neurospora

Medical Definition: A genus of ascomycetous fungi, family Sordariaceae, order SORDARIALES, comprising bread molds. They are capable of converting tryptophan to nicotinic acid and are used extensively in genetic and enzyme research. (Dorland, 27th ed)
Guide Notes: an ascomycete much used in genetic & enzyme research; do not confuse with NEOSPORA, a protozoon
Neurospora Categories.
Canadian Medical Guide Definition Neurospora crassa - A species of ascomycetous fungi of the family Sordariaceae, order SORDIRIALES, much used in biochemical, genetic, and physiologic studies.

Neurospora Medical Definitions and Terms

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