Automated description from the Alliance of Genome Resources (Release 7.1.0)
Enables extracellular matrix binding activity. Acts upstream of or within extracellular matrix organization; positive regulation of cell-substrate adhesion; and regulation of enamel mineralization. Located in cytoplasm; extracellular matrix; and nucleus. Is expressed in several structures, including alimentary system; bone; genitourinary system; limb; and nervous system. Used to study autosomal recessive hypophosphatemic rickets. Orthologous to human DMP1 (dentin matrix acidic phosphoprotein 1).