Mouse Anti-Porcine Cartilage Acidic Protein 1 (CRTAC1) Monoclonal Antibody

Porcine cartilage acidic protein 1 (CRTAC1), also known as cartilage matrix protein or chondroadherin, is a secreted protein that is abundant in cartilage tissue. CRTAC1 is involved in the regulation of chondrocyte proliferation and differentiation, and it plays a significant role in the maintenance of cartilage extracellular matrix, particularly in the context of chondrogenesis and osteogenesis. As a molecular target, CRTAC1 is significant due to its involvement in the development and homeostasis of cartilage. It has been implicated in the pathogenesis of various musculoskeletal disorders, including osteoarthritis, where the degradation of cartilage matrix is a prominent feature. Given its role in cartilage biology, CRTAC1 represents a potential therapeutic target for conditions characterized by cartilage damage or loss.