Testis specific serine kinase 1b

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Testis specific serine kinase 1b (Tssk1b) is a protein that in humans is encoded by the TSSK1B gene. This protein is a member of the serine/threonine kinase family and is specifically expressed in the testis.

Function[edit | edit source]

The Tssk1b protein is a serine/threonine kinase that is thought to function in the meiotic phase of spermatogenesis. It is a testis-specific kinase 1B that is related to several other proteins that are known to be involved in the regulation of cell growth and differentiation.

Structure[edit | edit source]

The TSSK1B gene is located on the short (p) arm of chromosome 19 at position 13.2. The protein encoded by this gene is a member of the serine/threonine kinase family. This kinase is found in the cytoplasm and is only expressed in testis tissue.

Clinical significance[edit | edit source]

Mutations in the TSSK1B gene have been associated with male infertility. Studies have shown that a decrease in TSSK1B activity can lead to a decrease in sperm motility, which can result in infertility.

Research[edit | edit source]

Research into the TSSK1B gene and its associated protein is ongoing, with a focus on understanding its role in spermatogenesis and its potential role in male infertility.

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Contributors: Prab R. Tumpati, MD