FGL1
Function
Immune suppressive molecule that inhibits antigen-specific T-cell activation by acting as a major ligand of LAG3 (PubMed:30580966). Responsible for LAG3 T-cell inhibitory function (PubMed:30580966). Binds LAG3 independently from MHC class II (MHC-II) (PubMed:30580966). Secreted by, and promotes growth of, hepatocytes (PubMed:11470158, PubMed:19880967).
Tissue Specificity
Under normal conditions, liver-specific.
Cellular localization
- Secreted
- Secreted in the blood plasma.
Alternative names
HFREP1, FGL1, Fibrinogen-like protein 1, HP-041, Hepassocin, Hepatocyte-derived fibrinogen-related protein 1, Liver fibrinogen-related protein 1, HPS, HFREP-1, LFIRE-1