Collagen
Medical term · C
A fibrous protein that is the main component of connective tissue in the body.
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Connective tissueA group of tissues in the body that provide internal support and bind other tissues in the body, including bone, cartilage, tendons, and ligaments.
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ProteinOne of the three major nutrients (along with carbohydrates and fats). It is used by the body for building and repairing tissues. Protein is derived primarily from animal sources…
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TissueA group of cells that are specialized to do a certain job and are joined together to form a body structure, such as muscle or kidney.
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CollagenaseAn enzyme that breaks down collagen.