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27.2 : Glycosaminoglycans

Glycosaminoglycans (GAGs), also known as mucopolysaccharides, are long and linear polymers comprising of specific repeating disaccharides - the amino sugar that can be N-acetylglucosamine or N-acetylgalactosamine, and a uronic acid that is usually glucuronic acid or iduronic acid.

GAGS are found in the extracellular matrix of vertebrates, invertebrates, and bacteria. Due to their polar nature they attract water, and serve as excellent lubricants or shock absorbers in an animal body.

Hyaluronic acid is a major constituent of the synovial tissue and acts as a ground substance for various other connective tissues. It is widely used in eye drops as it helps maintain the eyeball's shape. It also helps in lubricating joints and binding cells together.

GAGs are classified into four groups: heparan sulfate, chondroitin and dermatan sulfate, keratan sulfate, and hyaluronic acid.

Heparan sulfate plays an important role in blood coagulation and inflammation response. Chondroitin is clinically prescribed to treat osteoarthritis and coronary artery disease. Keratan sulfate is one of the major components of the cornea. It helps in corneal development and maintains the transparency of the tissue. Dermatan sulfate is an important component of various organs and tissues and is vital in regulating blood coagulation, wound repair, and responding to infections. Hyaluronic acid helps in skin stretching and flexing, thereby reducing wrinkles.

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GlycosaminoglycansGAGsMucopolysaccharidesDisaccharidesN acetylglucosamineN acetylgalactosamineUronic AcidGlucuronic AcidIduronic AcidExtracellular MatrixLubricantsShock AbsorbersHyaluronic AcidSynovial TissueConnective TissuesHeparan SulfateChondroitin SulfateDermatan SulfateKeratan SulfateOsteoarthritisBlood Coagulation

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