Collagen Type II, Rat Sternal Cartilage Protein

Collagen is an inert, rigid protein found predominantly in skin, ligaments, bones and teeth. Its most distinctive attribute, essential to a transmitter of mechanical force, is inelasticity. Its fundamental structural unit is tropo-collagen, a molecular rod about 2600Å in length and 15Å in diameter and 300,000 molecular weight. In tendons these macromolecules, grouped as collagen fibrils, run parallel to the axis. In skin the fibrils are interlaced and branched.

Highly purified type II collagen. Used for the induction of collagen-induced arthritis (CIA) in experimental animals. Suitable for use as an antigen in immunological protocols.

Small volumes of Collagen Type II, Rat Sternal Cartilage protein vial(s) may occasionally become entrapped in the seal of the product vial during shipment and storage. If necessary, briefly centrifuge the vial on a tabletop centrifuge to dislodge any liquid in the container`s cap. Certain products may require to ship with dry ice and additional dry ice fee may apply.

MBS634370 is a protein targeting Collagen Type II, Rat Sternal Cartilage.