5S ribosomal RNA pseudogene 161 (RNA5SP161)

"5S ribosomal RNA pseudogene 161" (RNA5SP161) is a **processed pseudogene** of the 5S ribosomal RNA gene family in humans. Pseudogenes are segments of DNA that resemble known genes but generally do not encode functional proteins or RNA due to disabling mutations. 5S ribosomal RNA itself is an integral structural component of the large ribosomal subunit; however, pseudogenes like RNA5SP161 do not contribute to ribosome function or known cellular activities. There is no evidence supporting RNA5SP161 as a therapeutic target, nor are there drugs, established biomarkers, or direct disease associations. As a genomic annotation, it is not considered a functional molecular target. Key points: - RNA5SP161 is a pseudogene, not a protein or functional noncoding RNA. - It does **not** encode a receptor, enzyme, transporter, or other classical therapeutic targets. - Its designation as a "target" is misleading—no evidence supports a role in drug response or disease. - Entries such as interacting drugs, mechanisms of action, and biomarkers are not applicable. - The correct classification is a nonfunctional, noncoding genomic locus ("Other: pseudogene"). - No disease or safety associations are known. This information provides a canonical structure for systematic data extraction and integration, and clarifies this is **not a valid molecular drug target** per current scientific understanding.

Other names

5S rRNA pseudogene 161RNA5SP161