### Gene Overview: CCDC197

**Gene Symbol**: CCDC197  
**Location**: The CCDC197 gene is located on chromosome 1, specifically in the long arm at position 36.  

**Function**: The CCDC197 gene encodes a protein that is predicted to be an integral component of membranes. Computational analyses have identified three potential isoforms of the CCDC197 protein. The exact function of CCDC197 is not fully elucidated, but it may play a role in cellular transport or signaling due to its predicted localization within cellular membranes.

### 1. Associated Genes
While direct associations of CCDC197 with specific genes are not heavily documented in standard databases, functional genomics studies often show that genes coding for membrane-associated proteins can be co-regulated or co-expressed with other membrane-related genes or genes involved in cellular transport and signaling pathways. Other genes that may show expression correlation or functional interaction (based on tissue and cell line analyses) include:

- **CCDC43** (Coiled-Coil Domain Containing 43)
- **CCDC162** (Coiled-Coil Domain Containing 162)
- **TUBB** (Beta Tubulin) - involved in cytoskeletal dynamics.

### 2. Aging and Age-related Diseases
Currently, there are limited direct studies linking CCDC197 to specific aging processes or age-related diseases. However, since membrane proteins often participate in pathways regulating cell signaling, metabolism, and stress responses, it could potentially play indirect roles in aging-related pathways. Variations or dysregulation in membrane proteins have been implicated in age-related conditions such as:
- Alzheimer’s disease
- Cardiovascular diseases
- The general decline in cellular function associated with aging.

### 3. Drug Interactions
As of the latest updated databases, there are no specific drugs or drug classes that are explicitly known to interact with CCDC197. However, because the protein is implicated in membrane functions, it could potentially affect drug transport or metabolism indirectly, linking it to pharmacological interactions with membrane-targeting drugs in broader biochemical pathways.

### 4. Pathways and Biological Processes
The CCDC197 gene may be involved in several biological processes, primarily linked to cellular structure and function. Some key pathways could include:

- **Cell Membrane Dynamics**: Given its predicted localization as an integral membrane protein.
- **Cell Adhesion and Signaling Pathways**: This could involve receptor-ligand interactions critical for tissue integrity and communication.
- **Transport Mechanisms**: Involvement in vesicle transport or ion channel regulation may also be inferred.

While specific pathways have not been definitively mapped for CCDC197, comparing with similarly categorized genes can inform potential roles in ongoing cellular processes.

### Conclusion
CCDC197 represents a robust subject for further research, particularly within the context of membrane biology. While direct information on drug interactions and pathways remains limited, ongoing research may reveal more about its role in health, aging, and disease.