SPINK5 wt Allele

**Semantic type:** Gene or Genome

**Definition:** Human SPINK5 wild-type allele is located in the vicinity of 5q32 and is approximately 111 kb in length. This allele, which encodes serine protease inhibitor Kazal-type 5 protein, is involved in proteinase inhibition to maintain the integrity and protective barrier function of the skin. Mutation of the gene is associated with Netherton syndrome.

**Synonyms:** - DKFZp686K19184 - FLJ21544 - FLJ97536 - FLJ97596 - FLJ99794 - LEKTI - LETKI - NETS - NS - Serine Peptidase Inhibitor Kazal Type 5 wt Allele - Serine Protease Inhibitor, Kazal Type 5 Gene - Serine Protease Inhibitor, Kazal-Type, 5 Gene - VAKTI