What is Verrucarin A?
Verrucarin A is another macrocyclic trichothecene from Stachybotrys and Myrothecium. It shares the protein-synthesis-inhibiting mechanism of other trichothecenes and is considered one of the more toxic members of this class.
Biomarker Reference · VER-A
Verrucarin A (VER-A) is a clinical biomarker used in environmental-mould assessment. Verrucarin A is another macrocyclic trichothecene from Stachybotrys and Myrothecium. It is measured in 1 laboratory test on BiomarkersLabs.com.
Verrucarin A is another macrocyclic trichothecene from Stachybotrys and Myrothecium. It shares the protein-synthesis-inhibiting mechanism of other trichothecenes and is considered one of the more toxic members of this class.
Presence in urine suggests exposure to black mould or related species, typically in damp, poorly ventilated buildings. Interpretation is combined with other trichothecene markers and clinical context.
Reference ranges vary by laboratory and assay platform. Interpret in context of the issuing laboratory's stated range.
1 test on BiomarkersLabs.com include this biomarker.
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