MIR4713 host gene (MIR4713HG)

MIR4713 host gene (MIR4713HG) is a long non-coding RNA (lncRNA) located on human chromosome 15. It serves as the host gene for the microRNA *hsa-mir-4713*, meaning the primary transcript of MIR4713HG contains the sequence that is processed to give rise to this miRNA. The MIR4713HG gene itself does not encode a protein or enzyme, and its direct biological function remains largely uncharacterized; instead, its significance is primarily as a miRNA host, which may influence gene regulation indirectly via the actions of its embedded miRNA(s). Diseases associated with genetic variation at this locus include aromatase deficiency and aromatase excess syndrome, likely due to its genomic proximity or potential regulatory relationships, but MIR4713HG is not a therapeutic target such as a receptor, enzyme, or transporter. There are currently no drugs, mechanisms of action, or validated biomarkers directly linked to MIR4713HG.

Other names

RP11-108K3.1MIR4713HGGC15P051039GC15P051047GC15P051053GC15P052848GC15P054067GC15P057537GC15P061561GC15P148351GC15P157358GC15P166365GC15P175370GC15P184332