The protein encoded by this gene is involved in the
synthesis of the unbranched glycosaminoglycan hyaluronan, or
hyaluronic acid, which is a major constituent of the extracellular
matrix. This gene is a member of the NODC/HAS gene family. Compared
to the proteins encoded by other members of this gene family, this
protein appears to be more of a regulator of hyaluronan synthesis.
Alternative splicing results in multiple transcript variants.
