Olfactory receptor family 2 subfamily AT member 2 pseudogene (OR2AT2P)

Olfactory receptor family 2 subfamily AT member 2 pseudogene (OR2AT2P) is a human gene that is classified as a pseudogene, meaning it does not encode a functional protein product[4][5]. Olfactory receptor genes typically code for G protein-coupled receptors involved in odor recognition and signal transduction in the nose, but this particular gene has lost that function due to mutations or gene-disabling events[4][5][3]. The olfactory receptor gene family is the largest in the human genome, with many members rendered inactive as pseudogenes, a common phenomenon attributed to decreased evolutionary pressure to retain functionally redundant or unnecessary olfactory receptors in humans[5]. OR2AT2P does not have a known role in disease, physiology, or as a target for drugs, and it is not considered a therapeutic target[4][5].

Other names

OR2AT2POlfactory receptor, family 2, subfamily AT, member 2 pseudogene

Not applicable (no active protein product)