Olfactory receptor family 2 subfamily AO member 1 pseudogene (OR2AO1P)

Olfactory receptor family 2 subfamily AO member 1 pseudogene (OR2AO1P) is a human gene classified as a pseudogene within the olfactory receptor superfamily. Olfactory receptor genes typically encode G protein-coupled receptors involved in odor detection, but this specific member does not produce a functional protein due to inactivating mutations or premature termination codons; thus, it lacks biological activity and relevance for disease association or therapy. Pseudogenes like OR2AO1P are abundant in the olfactory receptor family, often reflecting reduced evolutionary pressure to maintain redundant or irrelevant olfactory functions. No evidence supports expression, function, or utility as a therapeutic target for this gene. If you need structured information for truly functional olfactory receptors (such as OR2A1, OR2A4, etc.), those are classified as GPCRs with roles in olfaction—unlike OR2AO1P, which is strictly a non-functional pseudogene.

Other names

HsOR7.6.18PGC07U901466GC07P143311GC07P143504GC07P143873