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EXOSC8 exosome component 8

Gene ID: 11340, updated on 8-Sep-2024
Gene type: protein coding
Also known as: p9; CIP3; EAP2; OIP2; PCH1C; RRP43; Rrp43p; bA421P11.3

Summary

This gene encodes a 3'-5' exoribonuclease that specifically interacts with mRNAs containing AU-rich elements. The encoded protein is part of the exosome complex that is important for the degradation of numerous RNA species. A pseudogene of this gene is found on chromosome 6. [provided by RefSeq, Mar 2009]

Associated conditions

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DescriptionTests
Pontocerebellar hypoplasia, type 1C
MedGen: C4015160OMIM: 616081GeneReviews: Not available
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Genomic context

Location:
13q13.3
Sequence:
Chromosome: 13; NC_000013.11 (37000786..37009614)
Total number of exons:
11

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