zymosan
/zɪˈmɒsən/Definitions
1. noun
A polysaccharide component of the yeast cell wall, used as an immunostimulant.
“The scientists used zymosan to stimulate the immune response in their experiment.”
2. noun
A preparation made from the yeast cell wall, used as an immunoadjuvant in medical research.
“The researchers added zymosan to the vaccine to enhance its effectiveness.”