A protein found in or associated with cartilage tissue; any protein that is a structural component of cartilage or that protects cartilage from damage.
From Greek 'chondros' (cartilage) + 'protein' (from French, ultimately from Greek 'proteios' meaning primary). The term combines Greek anatomy with modern biochemistry vocabulary.
Chondroprotein research is huge in sports medicine—scientists have found that certain chondroprotective compounds can slow cartilage breakdown, offering hope for athletes and aging joints alike.
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