5S ribosomal RNA pseudogene 104 (RNA5SP104)

5S ribosomal RNA pseudogene 104 (RNA5SP104) is a member of the large family of 5S ribosomal RNA pseudogenes found in the human genome. Unlike functional 5S rRNA genes, which encode a small but essential RNA component of the large ribosomal subunit, pseudogenes such as RNA5SP104 do not produce functional RNA products and are generally thought to be non-expressed and non-functional. These are classified as *rRNA pseudogenes* because they arise from duplication or retrotransposition events, but accumulate mutations that disrupt their expression or function. RNA5SP104 has no known biological function, protein product, or implication as a therapeutic target. It does not participate in ribosome assembly, translation, or any other cellular process. **Key context and explanation:** - 5S ribosomal RNA is an essential component of the ribosome, critical for protein synthesis. However, pseudogenes labeled as "RNA5SPxxx" (such as RNA5SP104) are *non-functional copies* that are not translated or transcribed into functional RNA. - *Pseudogenes* are not drug targets, receptors, or enzymes and are generally inactive with respect to cell biology and disease. - There are no approved or experimental drugs that target rRNA pseudogenes, they have no identified biological functions, roles in disease, biomarker value, or safety issues. - The entity is likely listed in genetic and genomic databases strictly as a non-functional genomic feature. In summary, "RNA, 5S ribosomal pseudogene 104" (RNA5SP104) is a non-functional rRNA pseudogene and not a genuine molecular target for therapeutics or disease research.

Other names

RNA5SP104RN5S1045S ribosomal 104RNA, 5S ribosomal 104