Overview:

CDK13 or cyclin-dependent kinase 13 is a member of the cyclin-dependent serine/threonine protein kinase family which are well known for their essential roles as master switches in cell cycle control. CDK13 forms a complex with cyclin K and is predicted to play a role in gene regulation (1). CDK13 may play a role in mRNA processing and is thought to be involved in regulation of hematopoiesis (2). The CYCK-CDK12 and CYCK-CDK13 complexes display unique function in cell cycle and gene regulation.

Gene Aliases:

CDK13: CDC2L; CDC2L5; CHED; hCDK13

Genbank Number:

NM_003718

References:

1. Blazek, D.et.al: The cyclin K/Cdk12 complex maintains genomic stability via regulation of expression of DNA damage response genes. Genes Dev. 25: 2158-2172, 2011.

2. Lapidot-Lifson, Y.et.al: Cloning and antisense oligodeoxynucleotide inhibition of a human homolog of cdc2 required in hematopoiesis. Proc. Nat. Acad. Sci. 89: 579-583, 1992.