Structural component of the gap junctions and the hemichannels involved in the ATP release and nucleotide permeation . May play a role as a Ca(2+)-leak channel to regulate ER Ca(2+) homeostasis . Plays a critical role in oogenesis .
Cell membrane ; Multi-pass membrane protein . Cell junction, gap junction . Endoplasmic reticulum membrane ; Multi-pass membrane protein .
Widely expressed (PubMed:30918116). Highest expression is observed in oocytes and brain (PubMed:30918116). Detected at very low levels in sperm cells (PubMed:30918116).