OR5P2

OR5P2 is a gene that encodes a protein in humans. The OR5P2 gene is also known as Olfactory Receptor Family 5 Subfamily P Member 2.

Function

The olfactory receptor proteins are members of a large family of G-protein-coupled receptors (GPCR) arising from single coding-exon genes. Olfactory receptors share a 7-transmembrane domain structure with many neurotransmitter and hormone receptors and are responsible for the recognition and G protein-mediated transduction of odorant signals. The olfactory receptor gene family is the largest in the genome. The nomenclature assigned to the olfactory receptor genes and proteins for this organism is independent of other organisms.

Clinical significance

While the specific function of OR5P2 is not yet fully understood, it is believed to play a role in the complex system of smell. Mutations in this gene have been associated with a reduction in the sense of smell (anosmia). Further research is needed to fully understand the implications of this gene in human health and disease.

See also

• Olfactory receptor
• G protein-coupled receptor
• Anosmia

External links

• OR5P2 at the National Center for Biotechnology Information