ATPase, aminophospholipid transporter, class I, type 8A, member 2 pseudogene 3 (ATP8A2P3)

ATPase, aminophospholipid transporter, class I, type 8A, member 2 pseudogene 3 (ATP8A2P3) is annotated as a human pseudogene, meaning it is a non-functional copy of a protein-coding gene, in this case related to ATP8A2, which encodes an aminophospholipid translocase involved in membrane phospholipid transport[1][2][5]. Pseudogenes do not encode functional proteins but may exert regulatory effects on gene expression through non-coding RNA functions, such as acting as competitive endogenous RNA (ceRNA) or microRNA decoys, though this has not specifically been shown for ATP8A2P3[4]. There is no evidence this pseudogene encodes an active transporter or serves as a drug target, and it is not associated directly with any human disease or clinically relevant function. In summary, ATP8A2P3 is a noncoding pseudogene, not a therapeutic target, and does not possess biological or pharmacological functions attributed to protein-coding members of the ATPase family. There are no known drugs, biomarkers, or safety concerns associated with this pseudogene.

Other names

ATP8A2P3ATPase, aminophospholipid transporter, class I, type 8A, member 2 pseudogene 3