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Characterization of proteoglycan core proteins in glycocalyx
| Core protein | Core size (kDa) | Number of subtype | Structure characteristic | Linked GAG |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Syndecan | 19–35 | 4 | Transmembrane protein | HS, CS |
| Glypican | 57–69 | 6 | GPI-anchored protein | HS, CS |
| Perlecan | 400 | 1 | Secreted | HS, CS |
| Versian | 370 | 1 | Secreted | CS, DS |
| Decorin | 40 | 1 | Secreted | CS, DS |
| Biglycan | 40 | 1 | Secreted | CS, DS |
| Minecan | 35 | 1 | Secreted | KS |
HS heparan sulfate, CS chondroitin sulfate, DS dermatian sulfate, KS keratan sulfate
