Enzyme
phosphotransferases
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(kinase) A type of enzyme that causes other molecules in the cell to become active. Some kinases work by adding chemicals called phosphates to other molecules, such as sugars or proteins. Kinases are a part of many cell processes. Some cancer treatments target certain kinases that are linked to cancer.NCI Dictionary of Cancer TermsU.S. National Cancer Institute, 2021
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(kinase) Encoded by Kinase Family Genes, Kinase enzymes covalently transfer the terminal, gamma phosphate group from ATP to a variety of substrates and typically play key regulatory roles in diverse cellular functions.NCI ThesaurusU.S. National Cancer Institute, 2021
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A class of enzymes that transfer phosphate or phosphate-containing molecules to organic substrates. These proteins play a role in the regulation of many cellular processes.NCI ThesaurusU.S. National Cancer Institute, 2021
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A rather large group of enzymes comprising not only those transferring phosphate but also diphosphate, nucleotidyl residues, and others. These have also been subdivided according to the acceptor group. (From Enzyme Nomenclature, 1992) EC 2.7.NLM Medical Subject HeadingsU.S. National Library of Medicine, 2021
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