Regulator of phosphate homeostasis. Inhibits renal tubular phosphate transport by reducing SLC34A1 levels. Upregulates EGR1 expression in the presence of KL By similarity. Acts directly on the parathyroid to decrease PTH secretion By similarity. Regulator of vitamin-D metabolism. Negatively regulates osteoblast differentiation and matrix mineralization.
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