| Gene Symbol |
FLT4
|
| Gene Synonyms |
PCL CHTD7 FLT-4 FLT41 LMPH1A LMPHM1 VEGFR3 VEGFR-3 |
| Gene Full Name |
fms related receptor tyrosine kinase 4 |
| Gene Summary |
This gene encodes a tyrosine kinase receptor for vascular endothelial growth factors C and D. The protein is thought to be involved in lymphangiogenesis and maintenance of the lymphatic endothelium. Mutations in this gene cause hereditary lymphedema type IA. [provided by RefSeq, Jul 2008] |
| Molecular Weight(MW) |
153KD |
| Cellular Localization |
Cell membrane, Cytoplasm, Membrane, Nucleus, Secreted |