About The Medical Condition Stem Cell Factor Receptor

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Stem Cell Factor Receptor

Stem Cell Factor Receptor Medical Condition Defined & Explained
Stem Cell Factor Receptor Medical Condition

What's The Definition Of The Medical Condition Stem Cell Factor Receptor?

A protein-tyrosine kinase receptor that is specific for STEM CELL FACTOR. This interaction is crucial for the development of hematopoietic, gonadal, and pigment stem cells. Genetic mutations that disrupt the expression of PROTO-ONCOGENE PROTEIN C-KIT are associated with PIEBALDISM, while overexpression or constitutive activation of the c-kit protein-tyrosine kinase is associated with tumorigenesis. EC 2.7.11.-.

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