The function of ENSG00000028203 (VEZT, vezatin, adherens junctions transmembrane protein) is as follows. Plays a pivotal role in the establishment of adherens junctions and their maintenance in adult life. Required for morphogenesis of the preimplantation embryo, and for the implantation process. . (Microbial infection) In case of Listeria infection, promotes bacterial internalization by participating in myosin VIIa recruitment to the entry site. .