Predicted to enable ATP binding activity; protein kinase activity; and transmembrane signaling receptor activity. Predicted to be involved in 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.