### C17orf114 Gene Overview

**Gene Symbol**: C17orf114  
**Location**: Chromosome 17  

C17orf114, also known as "Chromosome 17 open reading frame 114," encodes a protein whose function is not fully characterized yet, but it has been implicated in various biological processes.

### Additional Associated Genes

C17orf114 may be associated with several other genes through functional networks and pathways, including but not limited to:

- Other genes involved in similar biological processes and signaling pathways like those related to cell cycle regulation, apoptosis, and, potentially, neurodegenerative diseases.
- Genes linked to cellular stress responses.

### Aging and Age-Related Diseases

Currently, specific findings directly linking C17orf114 to aging or age-related diseases are limited. However, given its expression patterns and involvement in cellular processes, future studies may reveal potential connections to:

- Neurodegenerative disorders (since some associations suggest it may play a role in neurotransmitter release).
- Age-related conditions, although no definitive studies as of now firmly establish these links.

### Drug Interactions

As of the latest data available, there isn't a well-defined list of drugs or drug classes that specifically interact with C17orf114. However, preventive or therapeutic strategies focusing on cellular stress or aging pathways may indirectly affect its function.

### Pathways and Biological Processes

C17orf114 is involved in several biological pathways, including:

- **Cell Signal Transduction**: The gene may play a role in signaling processes that are crucial for cell survival and apoptosis.
- **Neuronal Function**: It is expressed in the nervous system and may impact neuronal signaling, particularly in synaptic processes.
- **Response to Cellular Stress**: Involvement in mechanisms related to cellular homeostasis and stress response pathways.

### Conclusion

C17orf114 is a gene with emerging importance whose precise functions and associations are still under investigation. More research is needed to clarify its role in disease mechanisms, particularly in relation to aging and drug interactions.