KRT40

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Description

The KRT40 (keratin 40) is a protein-coding gene located on chromosome 17.

KRT40 is a gene that codes for keratin 40, a type I keratin found in the kidney.

This gene may contribute to the final stages of hair development.

KRT40 is also known as CK-40, K40, KA36.

Associated Diseases

• esophageal cancer
• type 2 diabetes mellitus
• progeria
• Huntington disease
• Parkinson disease