GCK

Glucokinase, regulates glucose metabolism.

Key Functions:

• Phosphorylates glucose in liver and pancreas.
• Controls insulin secretion.

Interacting Systems & Components:

• Metabolic System (glucose regulation)
• INS (related gene)
• Pancreatic Beta Cell (expression site)

Gene Record

Approved symbol: GCK

Approved name: glucokinase

Locus: 7p13

Locus type: gene with protein product

HGNC: HGNC:4195

From the HGNC naming authority.