NCBP2-AS2
NCBP2-AS2: A Non-Coding RNA with Intriguing Roles in Health and Disease
Description:
NCBP2-AS2 is a long non-coding RNA (lncRNA) located on chromosome 3q26.2. LncRNAs are transcripts that do not code for proteins but play significant roles in gene regulation and cellular processes. NCBP2-AS2 has been found to be involved in various biological pathways and is associated with several diseases.
Associated Diseases:
- Cancer: NCBP2-AS2 is overexpressed in multiple cancer types, including lung, breast, liver, and colon cancer. Studies have shown that high levels of NCBP2-AS2 promote cancer cell proliferation, invasion, and metastasis.
- Neurological disorders: NCBP2-AS2 has been implicated in the development of neurodegenerative diseases such as Alzheimer's disease and Parkinson's disease. Dysregulation of NCBP2-AS2 expression may contribute to neuronal dysfunction and cognitive decline.
- Cardiovascular diseases: Recent research suggests that NCBP2-AS2 plays a role in regulating heart function. Aberrant expression of NCBP2-AS2 has been linked to cardiac hypertrophy and arrhythmias.
Did you Know ?
- Studies have found that NCBP2-AS2 is significantly upregulated in over 80% of lung cancer cases, indicating its potential as a diagnostic and therapeutic target for this deadly disease.