kinase

Synonyms:
  • phosphotransferase
  • transphosphorylase
German: Kinase
Japanese: キナーゼ

Enzymology. One of a large group of enzymes transferring phosphate groups. Kinases are further subdivided according to the acceptor group. Examples are creatine phosphokinase, protein kinase, and mitogen-activated protein kinase (MAPK).

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