Gene:
pyridoxal (pyridoxine, vitamin B6) kinase
Gene ID:
195810
Symbol:
PDXK
Species:
1000
Description:
The protein encoded by this gene phosphorylates vitamin B6, a step required for the conversion of vitamin B6 to pyridoxal-5-phosphate, an important cofactor in intermediary metabolism. The encoded protein is cytoplasmic and probably acts as a homodimer.