ADAM metallopeptidase domain 20 pseudogene 1 (ADAM20P1)

ADAM metallopeptidase domain 20 pseudogene 1 (ADAM20P1) is classified as a pseudogene in the human genome and has no known protein-coding or enzymatic function[1][3]. Pseudogenes are gene-like DNA sequences that have lost their protein-coding ability due to disabling mutations. ADAM20P1 is a member of the ADAM gene family, which typically encodes multidomain proteins involved in processes such as cell adhesion, migration, and proteolysis[2][4]. However, as a pseudogene, ADAM20P1 does not encode a functional protein and does not participate in any known biological processes or serve as a therapeutic target. There are no known drugs or disease associations related to ADAM20P1. The gene is listed in genetic databases (such as NCBI Gene: 317760 and Ensembl: ENSG00000290783) solely for reference, and its main scientific relevance is in genomics or evolutionary studies rather than protein function or drug targeting[1][3].

Other names

ADAM20PADAM20 pseudogeneENSG00000290783