5S ribosomal RNA pseudogene 97 (RNA5SP97)

5S ribosomal RNA pseudogene 97 (RNA5SP97) belongs to the family of 5S ribosomal RNA pseudogenes, non-functional genomic elements derived from the transposition or duplication of the functional 5S ribosomal RNA gene. Unlike the functional 5S rRNA, which is a structural and catalytic component of the large ribosomal subunit, pseudogenes such as RNA5SP97 typically do not produce functional RNA molecules and are not involved in ribosome biogenesis or function[1][2][7]. While certain 5S rRNA pseudogene transcripts (e.g., RNA5SP141) may become expressed and participate in innate immunity during viral infection[4], there is no experimental evidence or literature supporting a biological or therapeutic role for RNA5SP97 itself. Additionally, pseudogenes are generally not considered drug targets and do not participate in canonical signaling, enzyme, or transporter functions.

Other names

RN5S97RNA, 5S ribosomal 97RNA5SP97

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