NCIt definition : Human MYLK wild-type allele is located within 3q21 and is approximately 272 kb in
length. This allele, which encodes myosin light chain kinase, smooth muscle and non-muscle
isozymes protein, is involved in myosin light chain activation, vascular permeability
and the formation of edema in tissues.;
NCIt note : The MYLK gene produces seven RNA transcript variants via alternative splicing. Alternative
initiation results in the formation of six isoforms of myosin light chain kinase,
smooth muscle and non-muscle isozymes protein and two isoforms of telokin.;