What is another word for kinase?
Pronunciation: [kˈɪne͡ɪs] (IPA) 
Kinase is a term used to describe an essential class of enzyme responsible for catalyzing the transfer of phosphate groups from a high-energy molecule, such as ATP, to other proteins. Often, the presence of a phosphate group alters the function of the receiving protein, making kinases important in regulating cellular processes. Synonyms for kinase include protein kinase, phosphotransferase, phosphokinase, and transferase. While there are over 500 protein kinases in the human genome, they all share a similar structural domain responsible for capturing and transferring ATP to their targets. The term kinase is often used in medication development, as abnormalities in kinase activity can lead to diseases like cancer and diabetes.
