Automated description from the Alliance of Genome Resources (Release 3.2)
Predicted to have extracellular matrix structural constituent. Predicted to be involved in angiogenesis; endothelial cell morphogenesis; and extracellular matrix organization. Localizes to basement membrane. Is expressed in several structures, including alimentary system; brain; genitourinary system; heart and pericardium; and musculoskeletal system. Orthologous to human COL15A1 (collagen type XV alpha 1 chain).