Hexokinase-1

**Semantic type:** Amino Acid, Peptide, or Protein|Enzyme

**Definition:** Hexokinase-1 (917 aa, ~102 kDa) is encoded by the human HK1 gene. This protein is involved in the recognition of bacterial peptidoglycans and the synthesis of hexose-6-phosphates.

**Synonyms:** - Brain Form Hexokinase - EC 2.7.1.1 - HK I - HK1 - Hexokinase 1 - Hexokinase Type I - Hexokinase-A