### Gene Overview: RPL23AP70

**Gene Symbol:** RPL23AP70  
**Gene Description:** RPL23AP70 is a pseudogene associated with the ribosomal protein L23. The primary function of the ribosomal protein family is to contribute to the structure and function of ribosomal RNA, thus playing a vital role in protein synthesis.

### 1. Associated Genes
RPL23AP70 is notably related to various ribosomal protein genes in the same family:
- **RPL23A:** The actual protein-coding gene that encodes the ribosomal protein L23 involved in forming the ribosome.
- **RPL23:** Other ribosomal proteins coding genes may also share functional relationships or regulatory mechanisms with RPL23AP70.

### 2. Aging and Age-Related Diseases
While there is limited specific data on RPL23AP70 directly associated with aging, ribosomal proteins in general, including their pseudogenes, have been implicated in the regulation of cell growth and proliferation which ties into aging. Changes in ribosomal protein synthesis and function have been observed in various age-related diseases such as:
- **Cancer:** Abnormal expression of ribosomal proteins can lead to dysregulated cell growth.
- **Neurodegenerative diseases:** Impairment in protein synthesis is a noted feature tied to aging and neurodegeneration.

### 3. Drug Interactions
While RPL23AP70 itself as a pseudogene may not have direct drug interactions, its associated proteins, especially RPL23A, could be influenced indirectly by the following classes of drugs:
- **Antibiotics (e.g., Macrolides):** Affect bacterial ribosomes which are analogous to eukaryotic ribosomes.
- **Chemotherapeutics:** Targeting neoplastic cells that may alter ribosomal biogenesis or function.

### 4. Pathways and Biological Processes
RPL23AP70, through its connection with ribosomal proteins, is involved in several crucial biological processes:
- **Ribosome biogenesis:** Integral in forming ribosomes from rRNA and ribosomal proteins.
- **Protein synthesis:** Facilitating the translation of mRNA into proteins.
- **Cell cycle regulation:** Influences the cell proliferation pathways, possibly affecting growth and aging.

### Conclusion
RPL23AP70 primarily functions within the context of ribosomal biology as a pseudogene, and while direct associations with aging or specific diseases may not be extensively documented, its related pathway involvement places it within the broader discussions of cell growth, proliferation, and age-related health conditions. Further research is warranted to elucidate specific interactions and functional ramifications of this gene.