Collagen Alpha-1(III) Chain

**Semantic type:** Amino Acid, Peptide, or Protein

**Definition:** Collagen alpha-1(III) chain (1466 aa, ~139 kDa) is encoded by the human COL3A1 gene. This protein plays a role in connective tissue organization.

**Synonyms:** - Alpha-1 Type 3 Collagen - Alpha-1 Type III Collagen - Alpha1 (III) Collagen - COL3A1 - Collagen Type 3 Alpha 1 Chain - Collagen Type III Alpha 1 Chain