Mesh term Extracellular Matrix Proteins
Browse to parent terms:Scleroproteins
Description
Macromolecular organic compounds that contain carbon, hydrogen, oxygen, nitrogen, and usually, sulfur. These macromolecules (proteins) form an intricate meshwork in which cells are embedded to construct tissues. Variations in the relative types of macromolecules and their organization determine the type of extracellular matrix, each adapted to the functional requirements of the tissue. The two main classes of macromolecules that form the extracellular matrix are: glycosaminoglycans, usually linked to proteins (proteoglycans), and fibrous proteins (e.g., COLLAGEN; ELASTIN; FIBRONECTINS; and LAMININ).Browse to child terms:
ADAMTS Proteins
Activated-Leukocyte Cell Adhesion Molecule
Aggrecans
CCN Intercellular Signaling Proteins
Cartilage Oligomeric Matrix Protein
Collagen
Elastin
Fibrillins
Fibronectins
Integrin-Binding Sialoprotein
Laminin
Latent TGF-beta Binding Proteins
Matrilin Proteins
Netrins
Osteopontin
Small Leucine-Rich Proteoglycans
Tenascin
Versicans
Vitronectin
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