Automated description from the Alliance of Genome Resources (Release 7.1.0)
Predicted to be an extracellular matrix structural constituent. Acts upstream of or within collagen fibril organization and negative regulation of cell population proliferation. Located in collagen-containing extracellular matrix. Is expressed in body wall mesenchyme; germ cell of testis; lip; and musculoskeletal system. Orthologous to human DPT (dermatopontin).