Predicted to enable ATP binding activity; protein kinase activity; and transmembrane signaling receptor activity. Predicted to be involved in protein phosphorylation and sensory perception of chemical stimulus. Predicted to be located in membrane. Is an ortholog of C. elegans
kgb-1 and
kgb-2. In C. elegans,
kgb-1 is involved in several processes, including gamete generation; response to stress; and response to toxic substance.