Collagen Alpha-1(II) Chain

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

**Definition:** Collagen alpha-1(II) chain (1487 aa, ~142 kDa) is encoded by the human COL2A1 gene. This protein plays a role in both cartilage structure and skeletal development.

**Synonyms:** - Alpha 1 Type II Collagen - COL2A1 - Collagen Alpha-1 (II) Chain - Collagen II (Alpha 1) - Collagen II Alpha 1 - Collagen II, Alpha-1 Polypeptide - II Alpha-1