In 2021 it was discovered that Fusarium xyrophilum was able to hijack a South American species of yellow-eyed Xyris grass, creating fake flowers, fooling bees and other pollinating insects into visiting them, taking fungal spores to other plants. In humans
Some species may cause a range of opportunistic infections in humans. In humans with normal immune systems, fusarial infections may occur in the nails (onychomycosis) and in the cornea (keratomycosis or mycotic keratitis). In humans whose immune systems are weakened in a particular way, (neutropenia, i.e., very low neutrophils count), aggressive fusarial infections penetrating the entire body and bloodstream (disseminated infections) may be caused by members of the Fusarium solani complex, Fusarium oxysporum, Fusarium verticillioides, Fusarium proliferatum and, rarely, other fusarial species. Research
The isolation medium for Fusaria is usually peptone PCNB agar (peptone pentachloronitrobenzene agar, PPA). : 7  For F. oxysporum specifically, Komadas medium is most common. : 7  Differential identification is difficult in some strains. Vegetative compatibility group analysis is best for some, is one usable method for others, and requires such a large number of assays that it is too complicated for yet others. Use as human food
Fusarium venenatum is produced industrially for use as a human food by Marlow Foods, Ltd., and is marketed under the name Quorn in Europe and North America. Also, Fusarium str. yellowstonensis is under investigation for similar foods.Some consumers of fusarium products have shown food allergies similar in nature to peanut and other food allergies. People with known sensitivities to molds should exercise caution when consuming such products.
A random mutation in the gene can cause a person with no family history to also have the condition. Diagnostic techniques
A combination of medical tests are used to diagnosis Kniest dysplasia. These tests can include:
Computer Tomography Scan (CT scan) - This test uses multiple images taken at different angles to produce a cross-sectional image of the body. Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) - This technique proves detailed images of the body by using magnetic fields and radio waves. EOS Imaging - EOS imaging provides information on how musculoskeletal system interacts with the joints. The 3D image is scanned while the patient is standing and allows the physician to view the natural, weight-bearing posture. X-rays - X-ray images will allow the physician to have a closer look on whether or not the bones are growing abnormally.The images taken will help to identify any bone anomalies. Two key features to look for in a patient with Kniest dysplasia is the presence of dumb-bell shaped femur bones and coronal clefts in the vertebrae. Other features to look for include:
Platyspondyly (flat vertebral bodies)
Kyphoscoliosis (abnormal rounding of the back and lateral curvature of the spine)
Abnormal growth of epiphyses, metaphyses, and diaphysis
Short tubular bones
Narrowed joint spacesGenetic Testing - A genetic sample may be taken in order to closely look at the patients DNA. Finding an error in the COL2A1 gene will help identify the condition as a type II chondroldysplasia. Treatment
Because Kniest dysplasia can affect various body systems, treatments can vary between non-surgical and surgical treatment.