OR10J1

OR10J1 is a gene that encodes a protein in the olfactory receptor family. This family is a group of G protein-coupled receptors that are involved in the detection of smell. The OR10J1 gene is specifically expressed in the olfactory epithelium, a specialized tissue inside the nose that is involved in smell.

Function

The OR10J1 gene is part of the olfactory receptor family, which is the largest gene family in the genome. These receptors detect odor molecules in the nose and then send signals to the brain, which interprets these signals as different smells. The OR10J1 gene encodes a protein that is believed to have a role in this process, although its exact function is not yet fully understood.

Structure

The OR10J1 gene is located on chromosome 1, specifically on the long (q) arm at position 23.2. The gene spans approximately 3,000 base pairs and contains one exon. The protein encoded by the OR10J1 gene is a member of the olfactory receptor family, which are seven-transmembrane domain proteins that are coupled to G proteins.

Clinical significance

While the exact function of the OR10J1 gene is not yet fully understood, it is believed to play a role in the sense of smell. Mutations in this gene, as well as other genes in the olfactory receptor family, could potentially lead to a reduced sense of smell, a condition known as anosmia. However, more research is needed to confirm this.

See also

• Olfactory receptor
• G protein-coupled receptor
• Anosmia