This gene is expressed in adipose tissue exclusively. It encodes a protein with similarity to collagens X and VIII and complement factor C1q. The encoded protein circulates in the plasma and is involved with metabolic and hormonal processes. [provided by RefSeq
Other Designations:
adipocyte, C1Q and collagen domain containing,adipocyte, C1Q and collagen domain-containing,adiponectin,adipose most abundant gene transcript 1,gelatin-binding protein 28