Olfactory receptor family 6 subfamily W member 1 pseudogene (OR6W1P)

Olfactory receptor family 6 subfamily W member 1 pseudogene (OR6W1P) represents a genomic sequence originally derived from an olfactory receptor gene, part of the extensive G protein-coupled receptor superfamily[1][5]. Although canonical olfactory receptors mediate the detection of volatile odorants and initiate neuronal responses that contribute to the perception of smell, OR6W1P is annotated as a pseudogene: it does not encode a functional receptor protein and is not involved in physiological signal transduction[1][3][4]. The pseudogenization of olfactory receptor genes is common in humans, reflecting reduced evolutionary pressure to maintain certain odorant-sensing capabilities[4]. There are no known interactions with drugs, disease roles, biomarker applications, or safety concerns relevant to this pseudogene[1][2][3][4][5][6]. If you require information on a functional olfactory receptor or a therapeutic target, consider selecting an olfactory receptor gene without the pseudogene designation.

Other names

OR6W1sdolf