ARF like GTPase 2 binding protein pseudogene 5 (ARL2BPP5)

ARL2BPP5 is classified as a pseudogene derived from or related to the ARF like GTPase 2 binding protein gene (ARL2BP). Pseudogenes are segments of DNA that resemble functional genes but are generally non-coding and do not produce functional proteins. There is no evidence that ARL2BPP5 encodes a protein, functions as a molecular target, or plays a role in human disease or drug interaction[5]. The functional (protein-coding) gene in this family is ARL2BP, which is linked to ciliary formation, photoreceptor maintenance, and genetic diseases like retinitis pigmentosa[1][3][4]. These functions do not apply to the pseudogene ARL2BPP5. Given its designation as a pseudogene and the absence of evidence for protein-coding or functional relevance, ARL2BPP5 is not considered a molecular target (receptor, enzyme, transporter, etc.), nor is it therapeutically relevant. If you are seeking information on a functionally relevant target, you may want data on ARL2BP (ARF like GTPase 2 binding protein) instead.

Other names

ADP ribosylation factor like GTPase 2 binding protein pseudogene 5ADP-ribosylation factor-like 2 binding protein pseudogene 5ARL2BPP5