Lysine-tRNA Ligase

Preferred Label : Lysine-tRNA Ligase;

NCIt synonyms : Lysine tRNA Ligase; Lysyl-tRNA Synthetase 1; KARS1; Lysine--tRNA Ligase; EC 6.1.1.6; Lysyl-tRNA Synthetase; LysRS;

NCIt definition : Lysine-tRNA ligase (597 aa, 68 kDa) is encoded by the human KARS1 gene. This protein is involved in in the ligation of lysine residues to transfer RNA(Lys).;

NCIt note : Lysine-tRNA ligase is a target for autoantibodies in the autoimmune diseases polymyositis and dermatomyositis.;

Details

Origin ID

C200659;

OMIM relation
- Lysyl-trna synthetase 1 [OMIM gene]
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- Enzyme Gene [NCIt concept]
- KARS1 Gene [NCIt concept]
- Ligase Gene [NCIt concept]
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- Cytoplasm [NCIt concept]
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- Aminoacyl-tRNA Ligase Family [NCIt concept]
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- Substrate Interaction Domain [NCIt concept]
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- Aminoacyl-tRNA Biosynthesis Pathway [NCIt concept]
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- RNA Processing [NCIt concept]
- Translational Regulation [NCIt concept]

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