SULT1C5P: A Potential Drug Target Or Biomarker (G151234)

Target Name: SULT1C5P

NCBI ID: G151234

Other Name(s): sulfotransferase family 1C member 5, pseudogene | SULT1C2P1 | SULT1C1P | Sulfotransferase family 1C member 5, pseudogene

SULT1C5P: A Potential Drug Target Or Biomarker

SULT1C5P, also known as sulfotransferase family 1C member 5, is a gene that has been identified as a potential drug target or biomarker. The gene is located on chromosome 16 and has been shown to be involved in the detoxification of xenobiotics, such as polychlorinated biphenyls (PCBs) and polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons (PAHs).

SULT1C5P is a member of the sulfotransferase family, which is a group of enzymes that are involved in the transfer of sulfur groups from other molecules to various electron acceptors. This family of enzymes has been shown to be involved in a wide range of cellular processes, including metabolism, stress response, and drug resistance.

SULT1C5P has been shown to be expressed in a variety of tissues and cells, including the liver, muscle, and testes. It has also been shown to be involved in the detoxification of a wide range of xenobiotics, including PCBs and PAHs. In addition, SULT1C5P has been shown to be involved in the metabolism of various metabolites of xenobiotics, such as 2,3,7,8-tetrafluorodibenzoic acid (2,3,7,8-TfB) and 2,3,7,8-tetrafluorodibenzoic acid-glutathione (2,3,7,8-TfB-GSH).

SULT1C5P has also been shown to be involved in the detoxification of other types of xenobiotics, including polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons (PAHs) and heterocyclic amines (HCAs). These molecules are often found in environmental pollutants and have been shown to be toxic to humans and other organisms.

In addition to its role in xenobiotic detoxification, SULT1C5P has also been shown to be involved in the regulation of cellular processes. For example, it has been shown to be involved in the detoxification of xenobiotics by the aryl hydrocarbon receptor (ARH), a protein that is involved in the regulation of cellular processes related to aromatic compounds. In addition, SULT1C5P has been shown to be involved in the regulation of cell growth and apoptosis, as well as in the modulation of cellular signaling pathways.

SULT1C5P is also a pseudogene, which means that it is a gene that has been identified in the genomic sequence but does not have a functional product. This is because the gene has been disrupted in the genomic sequence, either by mutation or by the loss of gene function. Despite this, SULT1C5P is still able to induce gene expression in cell culture and is considered a potential drug target or biomarker.

In conclusion, SULT1C5P is a gene that has been shown to be involved in a wide range of cellular processes, including xenobiotic detoxification and regulation of cellular processes. Its potential as a drug target or biomarker makes it an attractive target for future research. Further studies are needed to determine the full function and mechanisms of SULT1C5P and its potential as a drug.

Protein Name: Sulfotransferase Family 1C Member 5, Pseudogene

More Common Targets