OR5AS1

OR5AS1 is a gene that encodes a protein in humans. It is also known as Olfactory Receptor Family 5 Subfamily AS Member 1. The OR5AS1 gene is part of the olfactory receptor family, which is the largest gene family in the genome. The family members are G-protein coupled receptors that respond to smell and taste stimuli and are responsible for our sense of smell.

Function

The OR5AS1 gene provides instructions for making a protein that is part of the olfactory system, the sensory system used for smelling. The protein produced by the OR5AS1 gene is found in the olfactory epithelium, a specialized tissue inside the nose that detects odor molecules. This protein is a receptor that binds to specific odor molecules, triggering a series of chemical signals inside the olfactory sensory neuron and ultimately leading to the perception of smell.

Clinical Significance

While the exact role of the OR5AS1 gene in human health and disease is not fully understood, it is thought to play a role in our sense of smell. Mutations in this gene could potentially affect a person's ability to smell. Further research is needed to understand the clinical significance of the OR5AS1 gene.

See Also

• Olfactory receptor
• Olfactory system
• Olfactory epithelium