KRT5
Integumentary System · Keratinocyte Cornification & Epidermal Barrier
Why are KRT5 and KRT14 often studied as a pair?
KRT5 encodes keratin 5, one partner in the keratin network of epidermal cells. Its partnership with keratin 14 helps the skin withstand routine physical stress.
- Common Gene Name
- keratin 5
- NCBI Gene ID
- 3852
- Chromosome
- 12
Clinical Evidence Status
Clinical utility not established here
These labels describe available evidence about a gene. They do not classify your variant or recommend a treatment.
Answer Sources
Explore supporting evidence (2 records)
| Condition or drug | Evidence | Grade / status | Context | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Epidermolysis bullosa simplex | MedlinePlus related condition | Association type varies; no grade assigned here | View source 2017-08 | |
| Dowling-Degos disease | MedlinePlus related condition | Association type varies; no grade assigned here | View source 2017-08 |
Source snapshot: 2026-09-09. Consumer text updated: 2026-09-10. Source dates describe the cited records, not a new clinical review.
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