Anaphase-promoting complex subunit 1 pseudogene (null)

LOC102724642 (ENSG00000204745) encodes a pseudogene of the anaphase-promoting complex subunit 1; it does not produce a functional protein and is not involved directly in any canonical molecular pathway or protein complex[5][6]. Pseudogenes are stretches of DNA similar to functional genes that have lost their protein-coding ability due to mutations, deletions, or other genomic changes[2][6]. While traditionally considered non-functional, emerging research shows that some pseudogenes can be transcribed into RNA and potentially influence biological processes such as gene regulation; they may act via RNA interference, microRNA sponging, or modulation of gene expression through antisense transcripts[2]. There is no evidence that this pseudogene is a therapeutic target, or that it interacts with any drug or serves as a biomarker, and no safety issues are associated with it. Pseudogenes of other genes have been implicated in regulatory roles in cancer, diabetes, and other diseases, but no specific role for LOC102724642 in disease biology is described in current resources[2].

Other names

LOC102724642Anaphase-promoting complex subunit 1-like

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