Question

A drug used for patient A is obtained from the organism B. Identify A and B in the above statement and select the correct answer.

Answer 1

Answer:

A)Organ transplant     B)Trichoderma polysporum

Explanation:

Cyclosporin A is acyclic oligopeptide obtained through fermentative activity of fungus Trichoderma polysporum. It has anti-fungal, anti-inflammatory and immunosuppressive properties. It inhibits activation of T-cells and therefore, prevents rejection reactions in organ transplantation.

Answer 2

Answer:

A)Organ transplant

B)Trichoderma polysporum