title: [Collagens of the joint].
abstract: Collagen heterogeneity is now well recognised. 11 different types are known, corresponding to 25 polypeptidic chains. In joints, almost all types of collagen are found. Type II collagen is however predominant, due to its fundamental role in cartilage physiology.
mesh_terms: D002358:Cartilage, Articular / Q000032:analysis; D055598:Chemical Phenomena; D002621:Chemistry; D003094:Collagen / Q000145:classification* / Q000302:isolation & purification; D006801:Humans; D007596:Joints / Q000032:analysis*
chemical_list: D003094:Collagen
vernacular_title: Les collagènes de l'articulation.