C5orf66
C5orf66: An emerging player in human health
Description
C5orf66 is a gene located on chromosome 5 in humans. It encodes a protein of unknown function, although it is thought to play a role in various cellular processes including protein synthesis and immune regulation.
Associated Diseases:
Mutations in C5orf66 have been associated with:
- Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS): A fatal neurodegenerative disease that affects motor neurons.
- Frontotemporal dementia (FTD): A form of dementia characterized by personality and behavioral changes, as well as language and motor difficulties.
- Cancer: Studies have linked C5orf66 mutations to increased risk of certain cancers, including lung and breast cancer.
Did you Know ?
Approximately 1 in 250 people worldwide carry a mutation in the C5orf66 gene. However, only a small fraction of these individuals will develop a C5orf66-associated disease.
