Automated description from the Alliance of Genome Resources (Release 7.0.0)
Involved in negative regulation of cell-matrix adhesion; positive regulation of cell migration; and wound healing, spreading of epidermal cells. Located in apical plasma membrane and external side of plasma membrane. Is expressed in several structures, including branchial arch; extraembryonic component; genitourinary system; gut; and hemolymphoid system gland. Orthologous to human PLET1 (placenta expressed transcript 1).