Caspase 4 like, pseudogene (CASP4LP)

Caspase 4 like, pseudogene (CASP4LP), also referred to as CASP17P or caspase 17 pseudogene, is a non-coding genomic sequence related by sequence similarity to caspase family genes but does not encode a functional enzyme or receptor. Unlike functional caspases such as caspase-4 (CASP4), which have established roles in apoptosis and inflammation, this pseudogene does not produce a protein product and is not a therapeutic target or a biomarker, nor implicated in disease or drug action. It should not be confused with the functional CASP4 gene, which encodes a cysteine protease involved in inflammatory cell death and signaling pathways[1][2][3]. This entry is not a therapeutic target, and no existing drug interactions, mechanisms of action, biomarker roles, or safety concerns are attributed to it. Its inclusion in target lists may indicate a need to review data sources for accuracy.

Other names

CASP4LPCASP17PCaspase 17, pseudogeneCaspase 4, apoptosis-related cysteine peptidase pseudogene