Automated description from the Alliance of Genome Resources (Release 7.0.0)
Predicted to enable 3'-5' exonuclease activity; SH3 domain binding activity; and enzyme binding activity. Acts upstream of or within mitotic intra-S DNA damage checkpoint signaling and positive regulation of intrinsic apoptotic signaling pathway in response to DNA damage. Located in cytoplasm and nucleus. Is expressed in male reproductive gland or organ; retina; telencephalon; and thyroid gland. Orthologous to human RAD9A (RAD9 checkpoint clamp component A).