Definitions for "Mucopolysaccharide"
glycosaminoglycans, high molecular weight polymers composed of hexosamines and hexuronic acid. Complexed with protein to form proteoglycans, they are important components of the extracellular matrix.
Important substances in the body which are composed of proteins and complex sugars called polysaccharides.
complex polysaccharides containing an amino group; occur chiefly as components of connective tissue
thick gelatinous material that is found many places in the body; it glues cells together and lubricates joints.
Carbohydrates that act as support structures in connective tissue in the body.
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See Mucopolysaccharides.