Glycosaminoglycans Flashcards
1
Q
What complex carbohydrate is found in cell junctions?
A
Glycosaminoglycans
2
Q
Name the 2 amino sugars
A
- Glucosamine
- Galactosamine
3
Q
What is the appearance of proteoglycans?
A
Bottle brush
4
Q
Hyaluronic acid: amino sugar
A
Glucosamine
5
Q
Hyaluronic acid: location
A
- Joints
- Ocular fluid
6
Q
Chondroitin sulfate: amino sugar
A
Galactosamine
7
Q
Chondroitin sulfate: location
A
- Cartilage
- Tendons
- Bone
8
Q
Dermatan sulfate: amino sugar
A
Galactosamine
9
Q
Dermatan sulfate: location
A
- Skin
- Valves
- Blood vessels
10
Q
Heparan sulfate: amino sugar
A
Glucosamine
11
Q
Heparan sulfate: location
A
Cells surfaces
12
Q
Heparin: amino sugar
A
Glucosamine
13
Q
Heparin: location
A
- Mast cells
- Liver
14
Q
Keratin sulfate: amino sugar
A
Glucosamine
15
Q
Keratin sulfate: location
A
- Cartilage
- Cornea
