CERKL wt Allele

**Semantic type:** Gene or Genome

**Definition:** Human CERKL wild-type allele is located in the vicinity of 2q31.3 and is approximately 144 kb in length. This allele, which encodes ceramide kinase-like protein, is involved in protecting cells from apoptosis in oxidative stress conditions.

**Synonyms:** - Ceramide Kinase Like wt Allele - Ceramide Kinase-like Gene - RP26 - Retinitis Pigmentosa 26 (Autosomal Recessive) Gene - Retinitis Pigmentosa 26 Gene