Mycology Laboratory Manual

Mycology labs are equipped with specialized tools such as microscopes, incubators, and culture media tailored for fungal research.Safety is a top priority, with strict adherence to personal protective equipment (PPE) including lab coats, gloves, safety glasses, and face masks when working with hazardous fungi.Cultivating fungi involves preparing sterile culture media, inoculating them with fungal samples, and maintaining them under controlled conditions like temperature and humidity.Regular monitoring, sub-culturing, and storage of fungal cultures are essential for maintaining genetic purity and viability.