Automated description from the Alliance of Genome Resources (Release 7.2.0)
Predicted to enable several functions, including glycosaminoglycan binding activity; signaling receptor binding activity; and syndecan binding activity. Involved in several processes, including decidualization; learning or memory; and regulation of nervous system development. Acts upstream of or within bone mineralization. Located in extracellular region. Is active in Schaffer collateral - CA1 synapse. Is expressed in several structures, including alimentary system; genitourinary system; nervous system; respiratory system; and sensory organ. Human ortholog(s) of this gene implicated in adrenal carcinoma. Orthologous to human PTN (pleiotrophin).
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