OR5V1

OR5V1 is a gene that encodes a protein in the human body. This protein is a member of the olfactory receptor family, a class of G protein-coupled receptors which are responsible for detecting odors and other volatile chemical compounds in the nasal cavity. The OR5V1 gene is also known as olfactory receptor 5V1.

Function

The olfactory receptors, including OR5V1, form a part of the G protein-coupled receptor superfamily. These receptors are located in the cilia of the olfactory sensory neurons. Each olfactory receptor neuron expresses only one type of olfactory receptor, and the receptors respond to specific odor molecules, leading to a signal transduction pathway that results in the perception of smell.

Gene Location

The OR5V1 gene is located on chromosome 11 (11q11). The exact position of the gene on the chromosome is from base pair 522,658 to base pair 523,658.

Clinical Significance

While the exact role of OR5V1 in human health and disease is not fully understood, olfactory receptors in general have been implicated in a variety of diseases, including Parkinson's disease, Alzheimer's disease, and certain types of cancer.

See Also

• Olfactory receptor
• G protein-coupled receptor
• Chromosome 11