### TCP1P1 Gene Overview

**Gene Symbol:** TCP1P1  
**Gene Description:** TCP1P1, or T-complex protein 1, subunit 1 pseudogene, is a pseudogene related to the TCP1 gene that is involved in the chaperonin complex important for protein folding. The TCP1P1 gene is located in the human genome and is often studied for its involvement in various biological processes.

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### 1. Associated Genes
TCP1P1 is related to several genes, including:
- **TCP1**: This is the main functional gene coding for a component of the T-complex chaperonin and is important for protein folding and assembly.
- **TCP1L1, TCP1L2**: These pseudogenes are closely related to TCP1 and involved in similar functions.

There may also be associations with other genes involved in chaperonin complexes or related protein folding mechanisms, although a detailed list may vary between studies.

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### 2. Aging or Age-Related Diseases
While there is no direct evidence explicitly linking TCP1P1 to aging or age-related diseases, its relationship to the TCP1 gene may imply an effect. The TCP1 chaperonin is known to be involved in cellular mechanisms that maintain protein homeostasis. Dysregulation of protein folding and chaperoning has been implicated in age-related diseases such as neurodegenerative diseases (e.g., Alzheimer's, Parkinson's) and can contribute to diseases characterized by chronic inflammation or gradual cellular dysfunction associated with aging.

Research efforts continue to explore the broader implications of chaperonins in these contexts.

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### 3. Drug Interactions
As of the latest data up to October 2023, specific drug interactions or drug classes directly associated with TCP1P1 are not well-documented. However, since TCP1 and related chaperonin systems are involved in cellular protein folding, drugs that modulate protein misfolding (like some that are used in neurodegenerative diseases) may indirectly affect the pathways involving TCP1P1. This includes molecules that are designed to promote chaperone activity or enhance cellular stress responses.

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### 4. Pathways and Biological Processes
TCP1P1 is implicated in various biological processes, primarily through its association with the TCP1 gene, which is a part of the **Chaperonin Containing TCP1 (CCT) Complex**. Key pathways and processes include:

- **Protein Folding**: TCP1P1 is part of the system that assists in the proper folding of proteins, crucial for their function.
- **Chaperonin-mediated protein folding**: It aids in the folding of newly synthesized proteins and the refolding of misfolded proteins.
- **Cellular Stress Response**: In conditions of heat shock or other stresses, chaperonins are upregulated to protect and maintain protein integrity.
  
Further investigations into TCP1P1 may reveal additional functional roles or interactions and shed light on its implications in health and disease.

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This summary highlights the current understanding of the TCP1P1 gene as of October 2023; ongoing research may provide additional insights into its functions and associations.