LOC613037
Loc613037: A Gene Linked to Obesity and Metabolic Disorders
Description
Loc613037 is a gene located on chromosome 16q24. It encodes a protein known as the long non-coding RNA (lncRNA) LOC613037. LncRNAs are a class of RNA molecules that do not code for proteins but play regulatory roles in gene expression. LOC613037 has been implicated in the development of obesity and metabolic disorders.
Associated Diseases
Loc613037 has been linked to the following diseases:
- Obesity: Studies have shown that variations in the LOC613037 gene are associated with increased body mass index (BMI) and obesity risk.
- Type 2 diabetes: LOC613037 has been found to regulate insulin signaling and glucose metabolism, and disruptions in this gene can contribute to type 2 diabetes.
- Cardiovascular disease: Obesity and type 2 diabetes increase the risk of cardiovascular diseases such as heart disease and stroke. The association between LOC613037 and these diseases is likely due to its role in metabolic dysfunction.
Did you Know ?
A study involving over 10,000 individuals found that a specific variation in the LOC613037 gene was associated with a 20% increased risk of obesity.
