This gene encodes one of the three<unk>  chains of type VI collagen, a beaded filament collagen found in most connective tissues. The product of this gene contains several domains similar to von Willebrand Factor type A domains. These domains have been shown to bind extracellular matrix proteins, an interaction that explains the importance of this collagen in organizing matrix components. Mutations in this gene are associated with Bethlem myopathy and Ullrich scleroatonic muscular dystrophy. Three transcript variants have been identified for this gene.
Collagen, type VI, alpha 2
Type V collagen
Collagen VI
Collectin
Collectin of 43 kDa
Fibroblast growth factor receptor 3
Desmoglein
Glycoprotein IX