**SNORD56B Gene Overview:**

- **Gene Symbol:** SNORD56B
- **Gene Type:** Small nucleolar RNA (snoRNA)

### 1. Associated Genes
SNORD56B is primarily classified as a small nucleolar RNA involved in the modification of ribosomal RNA, particularly in the processing and methylation of rRNA. However, there can be associations with other genes, especially those involved in ribosome biogenesis and RNA metabolism. While specific genes directly associated with SNORD56B are not exhaustively enumerated in standard databases, snoRNAs often have functions related to the following categories of genes:
- Genes involved in ribosomal RNA processing (e.g., RPS4X, RPL9).
- Genes linked to RNA methylation machinery (e.g., NSUN genes).
- Genes related to specific pathways or diseases where snoRNAs are implicated, such as certain oncogenes or tumor suppressor genes.

### 2. Aging and Age-Related Diseases
Currently, there is limited direct evidence linking SNORD56B specifically to aging or age-related diseases. However, snoRNAs play a crucial role in the regulation of cellular processes, including those related to ribosomal function, and disturbances in ribosomal RNA processing have been associated with:
- **Cancer:** Changes in the expression of snoRNAs like SNORD56B might reflect underlying alterations in cellular transcriptional regulation vis-à-vis genomic integrity and cellular transformation.
- **Neurodegenerative Diseases:** Some research suggests that dysregulation of snoRNAs may play a role in diseases such as Alzheimer’s but specific mechanisms involving SNORD56B require further study.

### 3. Drug Interactions
As of the latest information up to October 2023, specific drugs or drug classes with documented interactions with SNORD56B have not been established in common biomedical literature. However, it is known that certain chemotherapeutic agents and drugs that impact RNA synthesis may indirectly affect the function of snoRNAs, including SNORD56B, but definite drug interactions should be approached with caution. Further investigation would require detailed studies to determine any specific interactions.

### 4. Pathways and Biological Processes
SNORD56B is involved in several biological processes including, but not limited to:
- **Ribosome Biogenesis:** It participates in the post-transcriptional modification of rRNAs, specifically in the methylation processes that are critical for ribosome assembly and function.
- **Regulation of Gene Expression:** Through its involvement in RNA modification, SNORD56B plays a role in the regulation of ribosomal function which is essential for overall gene expression patterns within a cell.
- **RNA Methylation:** As a snoRNA, it is directly involved in guiding methylation of specific rRNA sequences, which is crucial for the stability and folding of ribosomal RNA components.

In summary, while the specific role of SNORD56B in known pathways and its implications in aging, diseases, or drug interactions may not be exhaustively characterized, it is significant in ribosomal RNA biogenesis and may influence broader cellular functions. As more studies unfold, more detailed associations and functions related to SNORD56B may come to light.