The mucopolysaccharide hyaluronic acid is composed of
The mucopolysaccharide hyaluronic acid is composed of
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Correct Answer: Option D
Explanation
Hyaluronic acid (hyaluronan, HA) is a high-molecular-weight glycosaminoglycan (GAG) and a major component of the extracellular matrix (ECM), synovial fluid, and vitreous humour. Repeat disaccharide unit:-D-glucuronic acid-(1→3)--acetyl--D-glucosamine(1→4)]_n\beta\beta10^610^7$ Da. Functions: joint lubrication, space-filling, cell signalling via CD44 and RHAMM receptors, wound healing.