Gene:
Kell blood group precursor (McLeod phenotype)
Gene ID:
196341
Symbol:
XK
Species:
1000
Description:
This locus controls the synthesis of the Kell blood group 'precursor substance' (Kx). Mutations in this gene have been associated with McLeod syndrome, an X-linked, recessive disorder characterized by abnormalities in the neuromuscular and hematopoietic systems. The encoded protein has structural characteristics of prokaryotic and eukaryotic membrane transport proteins.