Automated description from the Alliance of Genome Resources (Release 7.0.0)
Predicted to enable double-stranded DNA binding activity. Involved in several processes, including cellular response to exogenous dsRNA; defense response to virus; and positive regulation of type I interferon production. Predicted to be active in cytoplasm. Is expressed in Meckel's cartilage; medulla oblongata basal plate mantle layer; skeleton; and ventral grey horn. Orthologous to human ZCCHC3 (zinc finger CCHC-type containing 3).