Secreted Protein Acidic and Rich in Cysteine, SPARC, SPARC-related modular calcium-binding protein 2 [Precursor], Secreted modular calcium-binding protein 2, SMOC-2, Smooth muscle-associated protein 2, SMAP-2
SPARC is a key factor in cell-matrix interactions and possibly tumour aggressiveness. The SPARC gene, which encodes a multifunctional glycoprotein with roles in tissue development, remodelling and fibrosis. A regulator of cell-extracellular matrix (ECM)