Lectin that binds to various sugars: galactose > mannose = fucose > N-acetylglucosamine > N-acetylgalactosamine. Acts as a chemoattractant, probably involved in the regulation of cell migration. Expressed mainly in the liver and stomach, but also in muscles, testes, and intestines. At 16 dpc expressed in the liver, amnion and visceral yolk sac. Expression is gradually increased with embryonic age (PubMed:12450124). Expressed in the epithelium and mesenchyme of the palate shelf and jaw as early as 13.5 dpc. This particular mandibular epithelial expression is still present at 18.5 dpc (PubMed:28301481). Belongs to the COLEC10/COLEC11 family. Collectin L1