MRPS2

MRPS2 (Mitochondrial Ribosomal Protein S2) is a protein that in humans is encoded by the MRPS2 gene. This protein is a component of the mitochondrial ribosome, which is responsible for protein synthesis within the mitochondrion. The mitochondrion, an organelle found in large numbers in most cells, is where the biochemical processes of respiration and energy production occur.

Function

MRPS2 is one of the proteins that make up the small subunit of the mitochondrial ribosome. It plays a crucial role in the translation process, facilitating the synthesis of new proteins within the mitochondrion. This is essential for the normal functioning of the mitochondrion and, by extension, the cell.

Clinical significance

Mutations in the MRPS2 gene have been associated with various mitochondrial diseases, including mitochondrial encephalomyopathy, lactic acidosis, and stroke-like episodes (MELAS). These conditions are characterized by a wide range of symptoms, including muscle weakness, neurological problems, and a buildup of lactic acid in the body.

See also

• Mitochondrial ribosome
• Mitochondrial disease
• Protein synthesis
• Gene

External links

• MRPS2 at the National Center for Biotechnology Information