### SNORD84 Gene Overview

**Gene Symbol**: SNORD84

**Description**:
SNORD84 (Small Nucleolar RNA Domain Containing 84) is classified as a small nucleolar RNA (snoRNA). snoRNAs are primarily involved in the modification and processing of ribosomal RNA (rRNA), aiding in pre-rRNA maturation and guiding the various chemical modifications, such as ribose methylation and pseudouridylation.

### 1. Associated Genes
While SNORD84 itself may not have a wide range of direct associations with other specific genes, small nucleolar RNAs predominantly participate in the regulation of ribosomal RNA (rRNA) synthesis and processing. Therefore, its activity may influence various ribosomal genes indirectly. The following are some genes that are related to the broader function of snoRNAs:

- **RRP1B** (Ribosomal RNA Processing 1B): A protein involved in ribosomal RNA processing and may interact with snoRNAs.
- **NOP58** and **NOP56**: Proteins associated with small nucleolar ribonucleoprotein complexes which include snoRNAs.
- Genes encoding **rRNA** itself, as there are interdependencies between snoRNAs and rRNA processing.

### 2. Aging and Age-Related Diseases
As of now, there is limited direct evidence connecting SNORD84 to aging or age-related diseases. However, since snoRNAs play crucial roles in ribosome biogenesis and cellular function, dysregulation of snoRNAs, in general, has been implicated in several cellular aging processes and cancer. High-throughput sequencing and expression studies in aging models may offer insights into the role of specific snoRNAs like SNORD84 in aging.

### 3. Drug Interactions
Currently, there is no comprehensive information available about specific drugs or drug classes that interact directly with SNORD84. Research into snoRNA involvement in disease states may help identify potential therapeutic targets; however, as of the end of 2023, SNORD84 does not have known drug interactions documented in databases like DrugBank or KEGG.

### 4. Pathways and Biological Processes
SNORD84 is primarily involved in the following pathways and biological processes:

- **Ribosome biogenesis**: As a snoRNA, SNORD84 is likely involved in the maturation and modification of rRNA, which is critical in ribosome assembly and function.
- **RNA modification**: It may play a role in guiding the modification of rRNA, thereby influencing its stability and function.
- **Cellular response to stress**: While more studies are needed, snoRNAs can impact how cells manage stress by influencing ribosome function and protein synthesis during adverse conditions.

### Conclusion
While information pertaining to SNORD84 is somewhat limited, its classification as a snoRNA implies that it plays functional roles in rRNA processing and ribosome assembly. Further research, particularly focused on the implications of snoRNA dysregulation, may elucidate its roles in aging and disease contexts.