Automated description from the Alliance of Genome Resources (Release 8.0.0)
Enables integrin binding activity involved in cell-matrix adhesion. Acts upstream of or within neutrophil chemotaxis. Located in basal plasma membrane. Part of integrin alpha9-beta1 complex. Is expressed in several structures, including alimentary system; brain; genitourinary system; respiratory system; and skin. Used to study congenital chylothorax. Human ortholog(s) of this gene implicated in cerebral infarction; hypertension; and pancreatic cancer. Orthologous to human ITGA9 (integrin subunit alpha 9).
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