KCNK5 potassium two pore domain channel subfamily K member 5 [ Homo sapiens (human) ]
Source: NCBI Gene (ID 8645)
Symbol: KCNK5
Full name: potassium two pore domain channel subfamily K member 5
Gene type: protein coding
RefSeq status: REVIEWED
Organism: Homo sapiens
Also known as: K2p5.1; KCNK5b; TASK-2; TASK2
Summary: This gene encodes one of the members of the superfamily of potassium channel proteins containing two pore-forming P domains. The message for this gene is mainly expressed in the cortical distal tubules and collecting ducts of the kidney. The protein is highly sensitive to external pH and this, in combination with its expression pattern, suggests it may play an important role in renal potassium transport. [provided by RefSeq, Jul 2008]
Expression: Broad expression in small intestine (RPKM 18.5), kidney (RPKM 17.9) and 19 other tissues
Orthologs: mouse
Gene size: 40505bp
Exon count: 5