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5S ribosomal RNA pseudogene 253 (RNA5SP253)

Target
RNA5SP253
Molecular classification
Pseudogene, rRNA pseudogene, Non-coding RNA pseudogene
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Overview

5S ribosomal RNA pseudogene 253 (RNA5SP253) is a non-functional DNA sequence in the human genome derived from the 5S ribosomal RNA gene. The \"pseudogene\" designation means it no longer encodes a functional RNA molecule—typically the result of accumulated mutations or defective transcriptional machinery—unlike functional 5S rRNA genes that are critical structural and regulatory components of the ribosome[1][3][4]. While some pseudogenes may occasionally participate in gene regulation or miRNA competition, there is no evidence that RNA5SP253 plays any biological or pathological role[2][4]. It is not considered a therapeutic target, nor is it relevant for biomarker or drug development purposes.

Other names
RN5S253RNA, 5S ribosomal 253RNA5SP253
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Mechanism of action

Not applicable

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Biological functions

None (non-functional as a protein or regulatory element; see description)
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Disease associations

None known; pseudogenes occasionally act as competitive endogenous RNAs (ceRNAs) or siRNA sources, but this is not documented for this specific entry[2]
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Safety considerations

None known
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Interacting drugs

None known
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Biomarkers

None known

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