Olfactory receptor family 7 subfamily E member 36 pseudogene (OR7E36P)

Olfactory receptor family 7 subfamily E member 36 pseudogene (OR7E36P) is a human gene classified as a pseudogene within the large olfactory receptor (OR) family[2][4][6][8]. Olfactory receptors typically belong to the G protein-coupled receptor superfamily and recognize odorant molecules in the nose, initiating G protein-mediated signal transduction for the sense of smell[9]. However, OR7E36P is annotated as a pseudogene, meaning it harbors mutations or disruptions rendering it non-functional and incapable of encoding a functional olfactory receptor protein[6][8]. Genes of this type do not code for active receptors and have no known biological or disease role, nor are they drug targets. Key points: - OR7E36P is definitively classified as a pseudogene, lacking protein-coding activity[2][4][6][8]. - It shares sequence similarity and family assignment with G protein-coupled olfactory receptors, but is not functionally expressed. - It is not considered a therapeutic target, biomarker, or point of pharmacological or safety concern. - The gene's aliases reflect naming conventions within the olfactory receptor gene family. No evidence suggests OR7E36P produces a functional protein or has involvement in human disease or drug interaction. No functional role, clinical, or translational significance is currently attributed to this locus[2][4][6][8].

Other names

OR7E119POST024olfactory receptor, family 7, subfamily A, member 119 pseudogene