NCIt definition : Human AKT3 wild-type allele is located within 1q43-q44 and is approximately 355 kb
in length. This allele, which encodes RAC-gamma serine/threonine-protein kinase protein,
plays a role in the regulation of cell signaling in response to insulin and growth
factors. AKT3 gene amplification and overexpression are associated with progression
of malignant melanoma.;
NCIt note : The AKT3 gene is highly expressed in the brain, fetal heart, kidneys, liver and lungs.
This gene undergoes alternative splicing to produce four RNA transcript variants that
yield four corresponding protein isoforms.;