NCIt definition : Mast/stem cell growth factor receptor Kit (976 aa, 110 kDa) is encoded by the human
KIT gene. This protein is involved in cell survival, tyrosine phosphorylation and
ligand-mediated signaling.;
Alternative definition : NCI-GLOSS: A protein on the surface of some cells that binds to biologic substance
called stem cell factor (SCF). SCF causes certain types of blood cells to grow. The
stem cell factor receptor is found at high levels or in a changed form on some types
of cancer cells. This may cause these cells to grow rapidly when SCF is present. The
stem cell factor receptor is a type of receptor tyrosine kinase.;
NCI Metathesaurus CUI : CL964236;
Codes from synonyms : CDR0000044329; CDR0000633224;