OR4A15
Description
The OR4A15 (olfactory receptor family 4 subfamily A member 15) is a protein-coding gene located on chromosome 11.
OR4A15 is a gene that produces a protein called olfactory receptor 4A15. This protein is involved in our sense of smell. It interacts with odor molecules in the nose, starting a chain reaction that leads to the brain perceiving a smell. It belongs to a large family of receptors known as G-protein-coupled receptors (GPCRs), all of which have a similar structure. These receptors are responsible for recognizing and transmitting odor signals.
The OR4A15 gene encodes a protein that acts as an odorant receptor. It interacts with odor molecules in the nose, triggering a signal that leads to the perception of a smell.
OR4A15 is also known as OR11-118.
