Cyclické peptidy a depsipeptidy jako markery houbových infekcí

Key Points

• Cyclic peptides and depsipeptides serve as biomarkers for fungal infections, enhancing detection methods.
• Key evidence indicates that fungi produce these compounds through multifunctional synthetases, crucial for diagnosis.
• Analysis of compounds from various fungi highlights the significant role of these peptides in host-pathogen interactions.
• Supports the development of diagnostic tools, emphasizing the need for further exploration of these biomarkers.