Collagen basics Flashcards
1
Q
Collagen is broken down by :
A
- proteinases
- collagenases
- cathepsin K (in bone)
2
Q
List some type 1 collagen
A
bone, tendon, ligaments, skin
3
Q
list some type 2 collagen
A
hyaline cartilage, elastic cartilage
4
Q
list some type 3 collagen
A
Reticular fibres
5
Q
list some type 4 collagen
A
Basal lamina
6
Q
list some type 5 collagen
A
cell surfaces
7
Q
list some type x collagen
A
growth plate
8
Q
what is the structurre of collagen
A
triple helix
9
Q
what is the triple helix formation of collagen called
A
tropocollagen