This gene encodes the alpha chain of type XIV collagen, a member of the FACIT (fibril-associated collagens with interrupted triple helices) collagen family. Type XIV collagen interacts with the fibril surface and is involved in the regulation of fibrillogenesis. [provided by RefSeq, Jan 2013],
Immunofluorescence analysis of HeLa cells, using Collagen XIV alpha1 Antibody. The picture on the right is blocked with the synthesized peptide.
Immunohistochemistry analysis of paraffin-embedded human heart tissue, using Collagen XIV alpha1 Antibody. The picture on the right is blocked with the synthesized peptide.