Rho kinase

Rho kinase, also known as ROCK, is an enzyme that plays a vital role in controlling the contraction and relaxation of muscles in the body, especially in blood vessels and the heart. It influences how cells move, grow, and maintain their shape by regulating the internal framework called the cytoskeleton. Rho kinase activity affects blood pressure by controlling vessel constriction, and it is involved in processes like cell division and inflammation. Because of its role in these functions, it is a target for developing medications to treat conditions like high blood pressure, asthma, and certain cardiovascular diseases.