Polysaccharide extracted from Morchella esculenta inhibits carrageenan-induced thrombosis in mice

MCP prevented carrageenan-induced thrombosis in mice by reducing platelets activation, oxidative stress and monocytes adhesion to damaged endothelial cells. MCP has great potential to develop into a natural antithrombotic drug. Our study suggests a new application of Morchella esculenta, which can be used as food supplements and nutraceuticals to benefit human health.