Collagen basics Flashcards

1
Q

Collagen is broken down by :

A
  • proteinases
  • collagenases
  • cathepsin K (in bone)
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2
Q

List some type 1 collagen

A

bone, tendon, ligaments, skin

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3
Q

list some type 2 collagen

A

hyaline cartilage, elastic cartilage

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4
Q

list some type 3 collagen

A

Reticular fibres

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5
Q

list some type 4 collagen

A

Basal lamina

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6
Q

list some type 5 collagen

A

cell surfaces

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7
Q

list some type x collagen

A

growth plate

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8
Q

what is the structurre of collagen

A

triple helix

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9
Q

what is the triple helix formation of collagen called

A

tropocollagen

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