Human Collagen Type II, Lyophilized

Product Specifications

Background

Human Collagen Type II protein purified from human cartilage. Collagen Type II is a fibrillar collagen, and the main component of cartilage. Type II collagen also exists in the intervertebral discs, and the vitreous humor of the eye and are vital to the normal development of bones. Degradation of type II collagen is an early indicator of osteoarthritis.

Short Description

Human Collagen Type II, Lyophilized 0.1 mg

Source

Human cartilage

Purification

Partial pepsin digestion in acidic conditions and differential salt precipitation.

Assay Type

Protein

Purity

Human Collagen Type II >95%

Form

Lyophilized, 0.1 mg/vial

Reconstitution

Use 0.5 M acetic acid, pH 2.5

Storage Conditions

Collagen dissolved in acetic acid is stable at 4 °C for 1 month. Lyophilized collagen long term storage (2 years) at -20°C or lower.

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