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Rhodopsin Kinase

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Rhodopsin Kinase Definition

Encoded by human RHOK Gene (GPRK Family), 563-aa 64-kDa membrane-bound Rhodopsin Kinase, containing 1 RGS domain, regulates GPCR rhodopsin desensitization and initiates rhodopsin deactivation by phosphorylation following light stimulation. (NCI)

Rhodopsin Kinase Synonyms

Rhodopsin Kinase, G Protein-Coupled Receptor Kinase 1B, GRK1, RHOK, RK

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