AZGP1 pseudogene 2 (AZGP1P2)

AZGP1 pseudogene 2 (AZGP1P2), also listed as Putative zinc-alpha-2-glycoprotein-like 2 and similar names, is classified as a pseudogene. Pseudogenes are genomic DNA sequences similar to normal genes but typically lack protein-coding potential and do not produce functional proteins. AZGP1P2 is related by sequence to the functional gene AZGP1 (encoding zinc-alpha-2-glycoprotein), but it does not encode a functional protein and has no demonstrated, direct biological or therapeutic relevance. There is no evidence it serves as a drug target, biomarker, or mediator of biological functions or disease. In the context of molecular targeting, only the functional AZGP1 gene/protein (not the pseudogene AZGP1P2) is referenced in the literature as involved in lipid metabolism, immune regulation, or cancer biology[1][2][3][4][5][6]. The pseudogene entry does not correspond to a clinically or pharmacologically actionable target; its inclusion as a protein or receptor would be incorrect. Note: If you are seeking information on a therapeutic target, AZGP1 (not AZGP1P2) may be of interest. AZGP1 itself is a functional protein with roles in lipid metabolism and cancer but AZGP1P2 is a non-coding, non-functional pseudogene.

Other names

Putative zinc-alpha-2-glycoprotein-like 2Alpha-2-glycoprotein 1, zinc pseudogene 2Alpha-2-glycoprotein 1, zinc-binding pseudogene 2AZGP1P2