Advances in extraction, structural characteristics, bioactivities, structure-activity relationship, quality control and applications of polysaccharides from Tremella fuciformis: A review

Key Points

• Polysaccharides extracted from Tremella fuciformis show significant bioactivities, indicating their potential health benefits.
• The review identifies key structural characteristics that influence the efficacy and application of these polysaccharides.
• Quality control measures are highlighted to ensure consistency in the extraction and application of Tremella fuciformis polysaccharides.
• These findings support further research into polysaccharides for their therapeutic applications, emphasizing the need for standardized quality checks.