Which One of the Following is NOT a Property of Perlecan

Question

Which one of the following is NOT a property of perlecan?
A)It contains laminin-like LG domains.
B)It is a proteoglycan.
C)It is only found in the basal lamina.
D)It is a glycoprotein.

Accepted Answer

Perlecan is not only found in the basal lamina, but it is also present in other extracellular matrix locations, such as cartilage and blood vessels. Therefore, choice C is the correct answer as it is not a property of perlecan. A, B, and D are all correct properties of perlecan.