Automated description from the Alliance of Genome Resources (Release 7.0.0)
Enables DNA-binding transcription factor activity and HMG box domain binding activity. Acts upstream of or within several processes, including endocrine system development; regionalization; and skeletal system development. Predicted to be located in nucleoplasm. Predicted to be active in nucleus. Is expressed in several structures, including branchial arch; embryo mesenchyme; genitourinary system; gut; and nervous system. Used to study DiGeorge syndrome. Orthologous to human HOXA3 (homeobox A3).