Matrilin Proteins

**Definition:** PROTEOGLYCANS-associated proteins that are major components of EXTRACELLULAR MATRIX of various tissues including CARTILAGE; and INTERVERTEBRAL DISC structures. They bind COLLAGEN fibers and contain protein domains that enable oligomer formation and interaction with other extracellular matrix proteins such as CARTILAGE OLIGOMERIC MATRIX PROTEIN.

**Tree numbers:** - D12.776.860.300.700

**Synonyms:** - Cartilage Matrix Proteins - Matrilins