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Function

Receptor for TNFRSF25 and TNFRSF6B. Mediates activation of NF-kappa-B. Inhibits vascular endothelial growth and angiogenesis (in vitro). Promotes activation of caspases and apoptosis.

Sequence similarities

Belongs to the tumor necrosis factor family.

Tissue specificity

Specifically expressed in endothelial cells. Detected in monocytes, placenta, lung, liver, kidney, skeletal muscle, pancreas, spleen, prostate, small intestine and colon.

Cellular localization

  • Membrane
  • Single-pass type II membrane protein
  • Tumor necrosis factor ligand superfamily member 15, secreted form
  • Secreted

Alternative names

TL1, VEGI, TNFSF15, Tumor necrosis factor ligand superfamily member 15, TNF ligand-related molecule 1, Vascular endothelial cell growth inhibitor

Target type

Proteins

Primary research area

Immunology & Infectious Disease

Molecular weight

28087Da