COX15

Description

COX15, also known as cytochrome c oxidase assembly factor 1, is a vital gene involved in the assembly of cytochrome c oxidase (COX), a crucial enzyme in the electron transport chain (ETC). Located within mitochondria, COX plays a pivotal role in cellular respiration, the process that generates energy for cells. COX15 ensures the proper formation and function of COX, facilitating the transfer of electrons and the generation of ATP, the cell‘s primary energy currency. Dysfunctional COX15 can lead to a variety of mitochondrial disorders.

Associated Diseases

• Leigh syndrome
• Mitochondrial myopathy
• Cardiomyopathy
• Hepatic encephalopathy
• Neurological disorders

Did you know?

COX15 is a highly conserved gene across species, highlighting its fundamental role in cellular metabolism.