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What is collagen?
Collagen is a hard, insoluble and fibrous protein that makes up one-third of the protein in the human body.In the majority of collagens, the molecules are packed together to form very similar long thin fibrils.
According to MediLexicon, collagen comprises a family of genetically distinct molecules, all of which have a unique triple helix configuration of three polypeptide subunits known as alpha-chains.
Each chain contains around 1,000 amino acids, and usually features an amino acid sequence consisting of glycine, proline and hydroxyproline.
There are numerous different types of collagen, at least 16 types, but 80-90% of collagens in the body belong to types I, II and III. The collagens in the human body are strong and flexible. Type I collagen fibrils are particularly tensile, and are stronger than steel, gram for gram.
Collagen and the body
Collagen is most commonly found in the skin, bones and connective tissue within the body, providing structural support, strength and a degree of elasticity (in combination with elastin). In particular, collagens can be found in the extracellular matrix - an intricate network of macromolecules that determine the physical properties of body tissues.
In the middle layer of the skin - the dermis - collagen helps form a fibrous network, upon which new cells can grow. Collagen is also required in the replacement and restoration of dead skin cells. Some collagens also function as protective coverings for delicate organs in the body such as the kidneys.
Collagen production naturally declines with age, reducing the structural integrity of the skin and leading to sagging skin, the formation of lines and wrinkles and the weakening of cartilage in joints.
Collagen is secreted by a variety of different cells, but primarily by connective tissue cells. While young, the body consistently produces collagen, but collagen synthesis begins to decline around the age of 40, with a dramatic reduction in synthesis in women after menopause. By the age of 60 there is typically a considerable decline in collagen production.
Medical uses of collagen
Collagen is resorbable (can be broken down and assimilated by the body), is functionally diverse and is naturally occurring. This means that collagen has several different medical applications and can be used with a variety of medical devices. In addition, it can be formed into compacted solids or lattice-like gels when being prepared for use, making it clinically versatile.
Collagen that is used medically can originate from human, bovine, porcine and ovine sources.
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Injections of collagen can improve the contours of the skin and fill out depressions. Collagen can be used cosmetically to remove various lines and wrinkles from the face, as well as scarring (including
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