Collagen alpha-2(VIII) chain is a
protein that in humans is encoded by the ''COL8A2''
gene.
Mutations of the gene are linked to
posterior polymorphous dystrophy type 2
Posterior polymorphous corneal dystrophy (PPCD; sometimes also ''Schlichting dystrophy'') is a type of corneal dystrophy, characterised by changes in Descemet's membrane and endothelial layer. Symptoms mainly consist of decreased vision due to c ...
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Collagens
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