This gene encodes a member of the C-type lectin superfamily. The encoded protein is a secreted sulfated glycoprotein and functions as a growth factor for primitive hematopoietic progenitor cells. An alternative splice variant has been described but its biological nature has not been determined. [provided by RefSeq
Other Designations:
C-type (calcium dependent, carbohydrate-recognition domain) lectin, superfamily member 3,lymphocyte secreted long form of C-type lectin,stem cell growth factor,stem cell growth factor; lymphocyte secreted C-type lectin