Eukaryotic translation initiation factor 2-alpha kinase 3
The EIF2AK3 gene encodes a translation factor kinase which by phosphorylation stops translation in an eukariotic cell. This function is of importance if misfolded proteins are produced due to chemical or physical stress. Mutations cause autosomal recessive Wolcott-Rallison syndrome.
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Zhang P et al. (2002) The PERK eukaryotic initiation factor 2 alpha kinase is required for the development of the skeletal system, postnatal growth, and the function and viability of the pancreas.
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Orphanet article
Orphanet ID 121317
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NCBI article
NCBI 9451
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OMIM.ORG article
Omim 604032
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Wikipedia article
Wikipedia EN (EIF2AK3)
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Update: Aug. 14, 2020