This genes encodes a serine/threonine kinase related to the dual specific mitogen-activated protein kinase kinase (MAPKK) family. Evidence suggests that mitotic phosphorylation is required for its catalytic activity. This mitotic kinase may be involved in the activation of lymphoid cells and support testicular functions, with a suggested role in the process of spermatogenesis. [provided by RefSeq
Other Designations:
MAPKK-like protein kinase,PDZ-binding kinase,T-LAK cell-originated protein kinase,serine/threonine protein kinase,spermatogenesis-related protein kinase