LAMA5 (Laminin Subunit Alpha 5): LAMA5 is a gene that encodes a protein belonging to the laminin family, which is crucial for the structure and function of basement membranes in various tissues. Laminins aid in cell adhesion, differentiation, migration, and signaling. LAMA5 plays a significant role in vascular and neural development and has been associated with pathological conditions such as cancer metastasis and fibrosis, where basement membrane integrity is compromised.