KRT79

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Description

The KRT79 (keratin 79) is a protein-coding gene located on chromosome 12.

KRT79, also known as Keratin 79, is a protein in humans encoded by the KRT79 gene. Keratins, such as KRT79, are filament proteins that make up one of the major structural fibers of epithelial cells.

KRT79 is also known as K6L, KRT6L.

Associated Diseases

• ovarian cancer
• prostate cancer
• colorectal cancer