ALG1 like 9, pseudogene (ALG1L9P)

ALG1 like 9, pseudogene (ALG1L9P) is a genomic DNA sequence classified as a pseudogene, meaning it shares high sequence similarity to the functional ALG1 gene but does not encode a functional protein or enzyme[3][5]. It is located on chromosome 11 (chr11:71673885-71813859)[4]. Pseudogenes often arise from gene duplication or retrotransposition and may accumulate mutations that prevent normal gene expression or function[5]. Currently, there is no evidence that ALG1L9P has any biological function, involvement in disease, or utility as a drug target or biomarker[3][4][5]. ALG1L9P is nonfunctional and unrelated to the therapeutic enzyme encoded by the true ALG1 gene (mutations in ALG1 cause congenital disorders of glycosylation)[1][2]. The "pseudogene" designation indicates ALG1L9P is not a protein-coding or disease-associated target and thus not used in drug discovery or therapy[3][5].

Other names

ALG1L9PALG1 like 9, pseudogene