RNA-binding protein that binds to misfolded non-coding RNAs, pre-5S rRNA, and several small cytoplasmic RNA molecules known as Y RNAs (, ). Binds to endogenous Alu retroelements which are induced by type I interferon and stimulate porinflammatory cytokine secretion . Regulates the expression of Alu retroelements as well as inflammatory genes . May play roles in cilia formation and/or maintenance (By similarity).
Subcellular locations: Cytoplasm
Localized in cytoplasmic mRNP granules containing untranslated mRNAs.