Original publication name: Gal9

Colony code name: GJ

Gene symbol: Lgals9

Gene name(s): Galectin-9, AI265545, AI194909, AA407335, ECA (eosinophil chemoattractant)

Protein name: Lectin, galactose-binding, soluble 9

Chromosome: 11

Reported functions: Calcium-independent lectin with affinity for b-galactosides; eosinophil chemoattractant

Genomic DNA source: Not applicable

Mutation type: Retroviral insertion between exons 3 and 4

ES cell line: 129/SvEv

Current genetic background: Backcrossed to albino C57Bl/6 three times

Name of contributing investigator: Not applicable

Name of institution: Lexicon Genetics Incorporated, The Woodlands, Texas

Primary reference: Unpublished; see Vector Design