### ELOBP2 Gene Summary

**Gene Symbol**: ELOBP2  
**Location**: Chromosome 11  
**Function**: The ELOBP2 gene encodes a member of the ELO (elongation of very long-chain fatty acids) family, likely involved in elongating fatty acids, which are vital for numerous cellular functions.

### 1. Associated Genes
While specific associations beyond those in the summaries may not be explicitly documented, genes that are often studied in relation to fatty acid metabolism or related pathways could include:

- **ELOVL5**: Involved in the elongation of fatty acids.
- **FAK**: Involved in fatty acid signaling pathways.
- **ACSL**: Acyl-CoA synthetases that facilitate the activation of fatty acids.

These genes share similar functional aspects and can be affected by or can regulate processes associated with ELOBP2.

### 2. Aging and Age-Related Diseases
There is limited direct information pertaining to ELOBP2's role in aging or age-related diseases. However, general insights regarding fatty acid metabolism suggest that impairments in fatty acid elongation can contribute to:

- **Metabolic syndrome**: Disturbances in fatty acid metabolism have been linked to obesity, insulin resistance, and cardiovascular diseases, which are known to increase with age.
- **Neurodegenerative diseases**: Altered lipid metabolism, involving fatty acids, can have roles in conditions such as Alzheimer's disease, which is associated with aging.

Research into ELOBP2 may indirectly relate to these pathways, but specific mechanisms require further investigation.

### 3. Drug Interactions
Currently, there are no specific drugs or drug classes uniformly recognized to target ELOBP2 directly. However, drugs impacting fatty acid synthesis or metabolism, such as:

- **Fibrates (e.g., fenofibrate, gemfibrozil)**: Primarily for hyperlipidemia, they could theoretically affect metabolic pathways in which ELOBP2 may participate.
- **Omega-3 fatty acid supplements**: These supplements can influence the balance of lipid metabolism, potentially intersecting with ELOBP2’s functions.

More clinical or experimental evidence is needed to establish direct interactions.

### 4. Pathways and Biological Processes
ELOBP2 is involved in several key biological processes and metabolic pathways, including:

- **Fatty acid elongation**: Particularly in the synthesis of long-chain fatty acids, which has implications for membrane synthesis and signaling.
- **Lipid metabolism**: Plays a role in the broader lipid metabolism pathways, which include the beta-oxidation of fatty acids and the synthesis of complex lipids such as triglycerides and phospholipids.
- **Cell signaling**: May influence pathways involved in energy homeostasis and cell signaling mechanisms influenced by fatty acid availability.

Further studies are warranted to extend knowledge on ELOBP2 interaction with specific signaling pathways or its role in specific biological contexts.