FGFRL1 (gene)

A protein it encodes, a sight to be seen. A member of the FGFR family it be, With amino acids conserved, throughout history. A membrane-spanning segment, a tyrosine kinase within. It interacts with growth factors, oh what a delight, Setting off signals, influencing growth day and night. No tyrosine kinase domain, that's its unique spin. A transmembrane receptor, with potential to block, Inhibiting signaling, like a key in a lock. Alternative transcripts, in different sizes. But one isoform remains, the same throughout, A protein with power, there's no doubt. Transgenic mice resist hypertension, like a hero's tale. Angiotensin II, no match for this gene, Keeping giraffes healthy, fit and lean. Random page: GSAT-31