### CCDC192 Gene Overview

**Gene Symbol**: CCDC192  
**Entrez Gene ID**: 23641  
**Location**: Chromosome 1 (1q22)  
**RefSeq Status**: Validated  
**Function**: The CCDC192 gene encodes a protein that interacts with various protein complexes and is believed to play a role in the regulation of cellular processes, particularly those that involve cilia and cellular signaling pathways.

### 1. Associated Genes
While the provided summaries might not fully enumerate associated genes, CCDC192 has been implicated in various protein-protein interactions. Notably, it exhibits possible connections to genes involved in ciliary function and cellular architecture. Genes that have been noted in studies concerning CCDC192 include:

- **IFT88** - known for its role in ciliogenesis and intraflagellar transport.
- **KIF3A** - a kinesin motor protein involved in transport within cilia.
- **ARL13B** - plays a role in cilia-related signaling pathways.

### 2. Aging and Age-related Diseases
Research into CCDC192's role in aging or age-related diseases is limited; however, due to its potential involvement in cellular signaling and ciliary function, it may play a role in age-related conditions impacting the cardiovascular, neurological, or skeletal systems. Disorders related to ciliary dysfunction, such as Bardet-Biedl syndrome or nephronophthisis, are linked to various aging-related phenotypes. Further investigations are necessary to clarify the precise involvement of CCDC192 in these contexts.

### 3. Drug Interactions
As of now, specific drugs or drug classes that directly interact with CCDC192 have not been thoroughly documented in the literature. However, given its involvement in cellular signaling, experimental assays might reveal interactions with small molecules known to affect pathways related to cilia or cellular proliferation. Notably, compounds targeting the Wnt signaling pathway, which ciliary components often influence, may indirectly relate to CCDC192.

### 4. Pathways and Biological Processes
CCDC192 is involved in several biological processes, particularly those linked to ciliary function and intraflagellar transport, as well as:

- **Ciliary Assembly**: Important for the formation and maintenance of cilia, which are crucial for cellular signaling and environment sensing.
- **Cell Signaling Pathways**: Interaction with components involved in pathways such as the Hedgehog signaling, which plays a significant role in developmental processes and tissue homeostasis.
- **Intracellular Transport**: Might facilitate the transport of proteins and organelles within the cell, affecting overall cellular function and response to stimuli.

### Conclusion
CCDC192 is a gene with significant relevance in cellular processes, especially concerning cilia and intracellular transport mechanisms. While direct associations with aging and specific drugs remain to be clarified, its potential role in ciliary dysfunction places it at a critical intersection in understanding various age-related diseases. Continued exploration of its functions and interactions will likely illuminate further insights into its biological importance.