Description
Endocytic receptor involved in endocytosis and in phagocytosis of apoptotic cells. Required for early embryonic development (PubMed:1423604). Involved in cellular lipid homeostasis. Involved in the plasma clearance of chylomicron remnants and activated LRPAP1 (alpha 2-macroglobulin), as well as the local metabolism of complexes between plasminogen activators and their endogenous inhibitors. May modulate cellular events, such as APP metabolism, kinase-dependent intracellular signaling, neuronal calcium signaling as well as neurotransmission. Acts as an alpha-2-macroglobulin receptor (By similarity)