### SNORD98 Gene Overview

**Gene Symbol:** SNORD98  
**Function:** SNORD98 is classified as a small nucleolar RNA (snoRNA), specifically a C/D box snoRNA. These types of snoRNAs are involved in the methylation and pseudouridylation of rRNA, which is essential for the proper biogenesis and function of ribosomes.

### 1. Associated Genes
While the specific summaries from NCBI and UniProt may not list associated genes, several snoRNAs often cluster in genomic regions and can be functionally related. SNORDs are typically gained or lost in tandem rather than individually. Genes that are in the vicinity or functionally connected in the snoRNP (small nucleolar ribonucleoproteins) complex could include:
- **NHP2**: involved in RNA processing and ribosomal RNA maturation.
- **NOP58**: another component of the snoRNP.

### 2. Aging and Age-Related Diseases
There is limited direct literature connecting SNORD98 to aging or age-related diseases. However, it has been suggested that dysregulation of nucleolar function and RNA processing can contribute to aging and age-associated pathologies, including cancers. Studies have indicated that some snoRNAs may be implicated in cellular stress responses that influence longevity and senescence. Changes in the expression of snoRNAs, including SNORD98, could be indicative of alterations in ribosome biogenesis that occur with age.

### 3. Drug Interactions
Currently, there are no specific drugs or drug classes directly known to interact with the SNORD98 gene. However, there are general therapeutic agents that target nucleolar functions (like certain chemotherapeutics) which could indirectly influence the activity of snoRNAs, including those from the SNORD family. Further research into specific small molecule interactions or RNA-modifying therapies may yield relevant insights in the future.

### 4. Pathways and Biological Processes
SNORD98 is mainly involved in:
- **Ribosome biogenesis**: facilitating the modification of rRNAs which is crucial for ribosome assembly and function.
- **Nuclear processing of pre-mRNA**: contributing to maturation processes and the stability of RNA within the nucleolus.
- **Cellular stress response**: as part of the broader role of snoRNAs in response to cellular conditions which can influence gene regulation.

### Summary
SNORD98 is a small nucleolar RNA playing a critical role in the post-transcriptional modification of ribosomal RNA, impacting ribosome function and cellular processes. Its associations with aging and drug interactions remain a topic of ongoing research, as understanding the exact roles of snoRNAs is an active field of inquiry in molecular biology and genetics.