Collagen
Collagen functions as a structural component.
Collagen is the most abundant protein in the human body and is the substance that holds the whole body together. It is found in the bones, muscles, skin and tendons, where it forms a scaffold to provide strength and structure.
Lupus is a collagen vascular disease that causes unique symptoms in each patient. Additional symptoms can include shortness of breath, chest pain, headaches, and dry eyes. People with lupus may have long periods of remission without symptoms. Symptoms can flare up during times of stress or after prolonged exposure to sunlight.
Osteogenesis imperfecta also known as brittle bone disease, is a congenital bone disorder characterized by brittle bones that are prone to fracture. People with OI are born with defective connective tissue, or without the ability to make it, usually because of a deficiency of type I collagen. …show more content…
These antibody substances are produced as a protective reaction of the body's immune system to the invasion of disease-producing organisms
Agammaglobulinemia (AGMX) - an inherited immune system disorder. Passed from parent to child. AGMX was one of the first immune system diseases identified. People with AGMX have trouble making antibodies. This makes it more difficult for them to fight infection. Antibodies play a major role in the immune system’s defense against disease. hypogammaglobulinemia - an abnormally low concentration of gamma globulin in the blood and increased risk of
Collagen functions as a structural component.
Collagen is the most abundant protein in the human body and is the substance that holds the whole body together. It is found in the bones, muscles, skin and tendons, where it forms a scaffold to provide strength and structure.
Lupus is a collagen vascular disease that causes unique symptoms in each patient. Additional symptoms can include shortness of breath, chest pain, headaches, and dry eyes. People with lupus may have long periods of remission without symptoms. Symptoms can flare up during times of stress or after prolonged exposure to sunlight.
Osteogenesis imperfecta also known as brittle bone disease, is a congenital bone disorder characterized by brittle bones that are prone to fracture. People with OI are born with defective connective tissue, or without the ability to make it, usually because of a deficiency of type I collagen. …show more content…
These antibody substances are produced as a protective reaction of the body's immune system to the invasion of disease-producing organisms
Agammaglobulinemia (AGMX) - an inherited immune system disorder. Passed from parent to child. AGMX was one of the first immune system diseases identified. People with AGMX have trouble making antibodies. This makes it more difficult for them to fight infection. Antibodies play a major role in the immune system’s defense against disease. hypogammaglobulinemia - an abnormally low concentration of gamma globulin in the blood and increased risk of