### TEX35 Gene Overview

**Gene Symbol**: TEX35  
**Location**: Microtubule cytoskeleton  
**Protein Summary**: Testis-specific  

### 1. Associated Genes
While the summaries do not provide specific associated genes for TEX35, it may have annotations in databases that connect it to other testis-expressed genes or genes involved in spermatogenesis. Some genes that are known to be testis-specific or functionally related may include:

- **TEX14**: Testis-expressed gene, known to play a role in spermatogenesis.
- **TEX11**: Another gene involved in male fertility.
- **KIF17**: A gene related to kinesin motor proteins which can potentially be involved in microtubule dynamics.

### 2. Aging and Age-Related Diseases
As of the latest data till October 2023, there is limited information connecting TEX35 directly to aging or age-related diseases. However, given its testis-specific expression, alterations in its expression could potentially affect male fertility with age, particularly in relation to spermatogenesis. Fertility issues are often seen in older males due to genetic and epigenetic changes in sperm, which could implicate genes like TEX35 in such processes.

### 3. Drug Interactions
Currently, there are no specific drugs or drug classes documented that interact with TEX35. It may be involved in pathways that could hypothetically be targeted for fertility interventions, although specific pharmacological interactions are not well characterized. Continued research might reveal insights into possible treatments or modulatory effects related to its function.

### 4. Pathways and Biological Processes
The TEX35 gene is thought to be involved primarily in:

- **Spermatogenesis**: Given its testis-specific expression, TEX35 likely plays a role during the male gametogenesis process.
- **Microtubule Organization**: As a gene associated with the microtubule cytoskeleton, it may have functions related to cellular organization and movement, which are critical during cell division and differentiation in spermatogenesis.
- **Cell Division**: Since microtubules are essential for mitosis and meiosis, TEX35 may indirectly affect processes involved in these cell division stages in spermatogonial cells.

### Conclusion
The TEX35 gene appears to play a significant role in testis-specific function and male fertility. Further studies are needed to elucidate the full spectrum of its interactions, particularly in aging and potential therapeutic avenues involving fertility. As research progresses, more information about associated genes, pathways, and potential regulatory mechanisms may come to light.