Collagen Alpha-2(XI) Chain

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

**Definition:** Collagen alpha-2(XI) chain (1736 aa, ~172 kDa) is encoded by the human COL11A2 gene. This protein plays a role in fibrillogenesis and the spacing and diameter of type II collagen fibrils.

**Synonyms:** - COL11A2 - Collagen Alpha-2 (XI) Chain - Collagen Type XI Alpha 2 Chain - Collagen XI (Alpha 2) - Collagen XI Alpha 2