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Collagen
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A family of large fibrous proteins that are the main components of connective tissue and are responsible for maintaining tissue structure. [ ]
Term info
Label
Collagen
Synonyms
- Collagen
- collagen
ALT DEFINITION
A fibrous protein found in cartilage and other connective tissue.
DesignNote
Collagen makes up at least 30% of the total protein content of the body of an animal.
Legacy Concept Name
Collagen
Preferred Name
Collagen
Semantic Type
Amino Acid, Peptide, or Protein
UMLS CUI
C0009325
code
C16447