LINC00273: A Potential Drug Target and Biomarker (G649159)

Target Name: LINC00273

NCBI ID: G649159

Other Name(s): Long intergenic non-protein coding RNA 273 | long intergenic non-protein coding RNA 273 | NCRNA00273 | TOP

LINC00273: A Potential Drug Target and Biomarker

LINC00273 is a long intergenic non-protein coding RNA (lncRNA) that has been identified using RNA sequencing (RNA-seq) data. It is characterized by its unique 3'-end exon, which is usually removed during normal gene expression, and its presence in various genomes including human, mouse, and rat. LINC00273 has been predicted to encode a protein, but its function and potential drug targets are still being investigated.

Molecular Characterization

The 5' end of LINC00273 is a non-coding RNA that is usually excluded from gene expression, which may be due to its shortness or the presence of alternative transcripts. The 3' end of LINC00273 is a unique exon that is usually excluded from translation due to its unusual 5'-end structure.

Expression and Localization

LINC00273 was detected in various tissues and organs, including brain, heart, liver, and muscle. It was also found in the placenta and in the bloodstream. LINC00273 was shown to be expressed in the brain and in various tissues, which suggests that it may play a role in brain development, function, or disease.

Function and Potential Drug Targets

LINC00273 has been predicted to encode a protein that is involved in various cellular processes, including cell adhesion, migration, and invasion. It is also known to be involved in the regulation of gene expression and has been shown to play a role in the development and progression of various diseases, including cancer.

One potential drug target for LINC00273 is the inhibition of its expression, as this could lead to the downregulation of cellular processes that are associated with disease development. Another potential drug target for LINC00273 is the stimulation of its expression, as this could lead to an increase in cellular processes that are associated with disease progression.

Conclusion

LINC00273 is a long intergenic non-protein coding RNA that has been identified using RNA-seq data. It is characterized by its unique 3'-end exon and its presence in various genomes. LINC00273 has been predicted to encode a protein and has the potential to be a drug target or biomarker. Further research is needed to determine its function and potential drug targets.

Protein Name: Long Intergenic Non-protein Coding RNA 273

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