SNHG8
Description
The SNHG8 (small nucleolar RNA host gene 8) is a ncRNA gene located on chromosome 4.
SNHG8 (Small Nucleolar RNA Host Gene 8) is a long non-coding RNA (lncRNA) located on chromosome 17 in humans. LncRNAs are a class of RNA molecules that do not code for proteins but are involved in diverse cellular functions. The exact role of SNHG8 is not fully understood, but research suggests its involvement in gene regulation, cell proliferation, and apoptosis. Studies have associated SNHG8 with the development of certain cancers, although its precise contribution to cancer progression remains under investigation.
The precise function of SNHG8 remains elusive, but research suggests its potential involvement in various cellular processes, including cell proliferation, apoptosis, and differentiation. It may act as a regulator of gene expression, potentially influencing the transcription of other genes through interactions with RNA-binding proteins or by altering the accessibility of target genes. Additionally, SNHG8 has been linked to the development of certain cancers, with studies indicating its overexpression in some tumor types. Further investigation is necessary to fully elucidate the specific mechanisms by which SNHG8 exerts its effects and its role in health and disease.
SNHG8 is also known as LINC00060, NCRNA00060.