CHAD
Function
Promotes attachment of chondrocytes, fibroblasts, and osteoblasts. This binding is mediated (at least for chondrocytes and fibroblasts) by the integrin alpha(2)beta(1). May play an important role in the regulation of chondrocyte growth and proliferation (By similarity).
Sequence Similarities
Belongs to the small leucine-rich proteoglycan (SLRP) family. SLRP class IV subfamily.
Tissue Specificity
Present in chondrocytes at all ages.
Cellular localization
- Secreted
- Extracellular space
- Extracellular matrix
Alternative names
SLRR4A, CHAD, Chondroadherin, Cartilage leucine-rich protein