Editing COX5A


{{Infobox gene
| name = COX5A
| symbol = COX5A
| HGNCid = 2265
| OMIM = 123864
| EntrezGene = 9377
| RefSeq = NM_004255
| UniProt = P20674
| chromosome = 15
| arm = q
| band = 24.1
}}

'''COX5A''' is a gene that encodes the cytochrome c oxidase subunit 5A, which is a component of the [[cytochrome c oxidase]] complex (complex IV) in the [[mitochondrial electron transport chain]]. This complex is crucial for the process of [[oxidative phosphorylation]], which is the primary method of [[ATP]] production in [[aerobic respiration]].

== Function ==
The COX5A gene product is involved in the final step of the electron transport chain, where it facilitates the transfer of electrons from cytochrome c to oxygen, the terminal electron acceptor. This process contributes to the generation of a proton gradient across the mitochondrial inner membrane, which is used by [[ATP synthase]] to produce ATP.

== Clinical Significance ==
Mutations in the COX5A gene can lead to deficiencies in cytochrome c oxidase activity, which may result in a range of [[mitochondrial disorders]]. These disorders can affect multiple systems in the body, leading to symptoms such as [[muscle weakness]], [[neurological deficits]], and [[metabolic dysfunction]].

== Research ==
Studies on COX5A have focused on its role in mitochondrial function and its potential involvement in various diseases, including [[neurodegenerative diseases]] and [[cancer]]. Research is ongoing to better understand the regulation of COX5A expression and its impact on cellular metabolism.

== See Also ==
* [[Mitochondrial DNA]]
* [[Electron transport chain]]
* [[Oxidative phosphorylation]]

== References ==
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== External Links ==
* [https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/gene/9377 COX5A Gene - NCBI]
* [https://www.uniprot.org/uniprot/P20674 COX5A Protein - UniProt]

[[Category:Genes on human chromosome 15]]
[[Category:Mitochondrial proteins]]
[[Category:Electron transport chain]]