F55F8.2 encodes a DEAD-box helicase; loss of F55F8.2 activity via RNAi indicates that F55F8.2 activity is required for positive regulation of growth rate, larval development, vulval morphogenesis, cuticle development, reproduction, and the overall health of the animal.
Predicted to enable several functions, including ATP binding activity; RNA binding activity; and RNA helicase activity. Predicted to be located in nucleolus. Is an ortholog of human DDX24 (DEAD-box helicase 24).