Automated description from the Alliance of Genome Resources (Release 7.0.0)
Enables DNA primase activity. Involved in DNA replication initiation and DNA replication, synthesis of RNA primer. Part of alpha DNA polymerase:primase complex. Is expressed in several structures, including alimentary system; brain; genitourinary system; respiratory system; and sensory organ. Orthologous to human PRIM1 (DNA primase subunit 1).