STK17A
Function
Acts as a positive regulator of apoptosis. Also acts as a regulator of cellular reactive oxygen species.
Post-translational modifications
Autophosphorylated.
Sequence Similarities
Belongs to the protein kinase superfamily. CAMK Ser/Thr protein kinase family. DAP kinase subfamily.
Tissue Specificity
Highly expressed in placenta. Lower levels in heart, lung, skeletal muscle, kidney and pancreas.
Cellular localization
- Nucleus
Alternative names
DRAK1, STK17A, Serine/threonine-protein kinase 17A, DAP kinase-related apoptosis-inducing protein kinase 1