Automated description from the Alliance of Genome Resources (Release 7.0.0)
Predicted to enable calcium ion binding activity and heparin binding activity. Involved in negative regulation of angiogenesis. Located in basement membrane. Is expressed in several structures, including central nervous system; genitourinary system; jaw; mesothelium; and respiratory system. Orthologous to human THBS2 (thrombospondin 2).