Structural highlights
Function
[CHKB_HUMAN] Has a key role in phospholipid biosynthesis. Catalyzes the first step in phosphatidylethanolamine biosynthesis. Phosphorylates ethanolamine, and can also act on choline (in vitro). Has higher activity with ethanolamine. May not significantly contribute to in vivo phosphatidylcholine biosynthesis.[1]
Evolutionary Conservation
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See Also
References
- ↑ Gallego-Ortega D, Ramirez de Molina A, Ramos MA, Valdes-Mora F, Barderas MG, Sarmentero-Estrada J, Lacal JC. Differential role of human choline kinase alpha and beta enzymes in lipid metabolism: implications in cancer onset and treatment. PLoS One. 2009 Nov 12;4(11):e7819. doi: 10.1371/journal.pone.0007819. PMID:19915674 doi:10.1371/journal.pone.0007819
