ZFAS1
Description
The ZFAS1 (ZNFX1 antisense RNA 1) is a ncRNA gene located on chromosome 20.
ZFAS1 is a long non-coding RNA (lncRNA) that has been implicated in the regulation of gene expression, cellular proliferation, and tumorigenesis. It has been shown to act as a sponge for microRNAs, and to interact with proteins, forming complexes that can influence the transcription of specific genes.
ZFAS1, a long non-coding RNA (lncRNA), is a fascinating molecule involved in a plethora of cellular processes. It has been implicated in the regulation of gene expression, cellular proliferation, and even tumorigenesis. Studies have shown that ZFAS1 can act as a sponge for microRNAs (miRNAs), effectively sequestering them and preventing them from targeting their mRNA targets. This can lead to the upregulation of genes normally suppressed by these miRNAs. Additionally, ZFAS1 has been observed to interact with proteins, forming complexes that can influence the transcription of specific genes. Further research into the precise mechanisms by which ZFAS1 operates is ongoing, but its potential role in both normal development and disease progression is becoming increasingly clear.
ZFAS1 is also known as C20orf199, HSUP1, HSUP2, NCRNA00275, ZNFX1-AS1.
