Opa3 Gene is an important component in the neurobiology of neurodegenerative diseases. This page provides detailed information about its structure, function, and role in disease processes.
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| OPA3 - OPA3 mitochondrial outer membrane protein | |
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| Gene Symbol | OPA3 |
| Full Name | OPA3 mitochondrial outer membrane protein |
| Chromosomal Location | 19q13.32 |
| NCBI Gene ID | 80207 |
| OMIM | 606580 |
| Ensembl ID | ENSG00000142046 |
| UniProt ID | Q9H3K1 |
| Associated Diseases | Optic atrophy with cataract |
This section provides a comprehensive overview of the gene/protein and its role in the nervous system and neurodegenerative diseases.
The OPA3 gene (Optic Atrophy 3) encodes a mitochondrial outer membrane protein that plays critical roles in mitochondrial dynamics, cellular metabolism, and neuronal survival. The OPA3 protein is primarily localized to the mitochondrial outer membrane, where it participates in mitochondrial fusion, cristae maintenance, and regulation of mitochondrial morphology.
OPA3 is essential for proper mitochondrial fusion:
Beyond fusion, OPA3 participates in:
OPA3 mutations cause Type I 3-methylglutaconic aciduria, characterized by:
Autosomal recessive OPA3 mutations lead to:
OPA3 dysfunction may contribute to:
OPA3 interacts with several key proteins:
Current research focuses on:
The study of Opa3 Gene has evolved significantly over the past decades. Research in this area has revealed important insights into the underlying mechanisms of neurodegeneration and continues to drive therapeutic development.
Historical context and key discoveries in this field have shaped our current understanding and will continue to guide future research directions.