C10orf91
c10orf91: A Gene with Intriguing Connections to Health and Disease
Description
c10orf91 (chromosome 10, open reading frame 91) is a gene located on chromosome 10 in humans. It encodes a protein of unknown function, but research has linked it to a variety of health conditions and biological processes.
Associated Diseases
Several studies have identified associations between c10orf91 variants and diseases, including:
- Cardiovascular Disease: Variations in c10orf91 have been associated with an increased risk of coronary artery disease, heart attack, and stroke.
- Neurological Disorders: Mutations in c10orf91 have been linked to neurodegenerative diseases such as Alzheimer's disease and frontotemporal dementia.
- Autoimmune Disorders: c10orf91 is thought to play a role in the development of autoimmune diseases, including lupus, rheumatoid arthritis, and multiple sclerosis.
- Cancer: Abnormal expression of c10orf91 has been observed in some types of cancer, including lung cancer and leukemia.
Did you Know ?
A genome-wide association study (GWAS) involving over 100,000 individuals found that a single nucleotide polymorphism (SNP) within the c10orf91 gene was associated with an increased risk of myocardial infarction (heart attack) by 13%.
