CD24 molecule pseudogene 1 (CD24P1)

CD24 molecule pseudogene 1 (CD24P1) is a human processed pseudogene, meaning it is a DNA segment similar in sequence to the protein-coding CD24 molecule gene but is non-functional and does not produce a protein product[1][4][5]. Pseudogenes like CD24P1 are generally regarded as genomic fossils and are not themselves involved in biological signaling or disease processes like their functional parental gene. There is no evidence that CD24P1 is a receptor, enzyme, transporter, or any other canonical therapeutic target. It may be referenced in genomic studies for sequence homology or as a locus but is not a valid direct target for drugs or therapeutic intervention. Key points: - CD24P1 is not a functional gene, receptor, or therapeutic target[1][4][5]. - It is called a "pseudogene" because it does not encode a functional protein. - The true functional gene is CD24 (CD24 molecule), which is a cell surface sialoglycoprotein involved in immune function and hematopoietic cell signaling[3][6]. CD24P1 should not be confused with CD24. - No known biological, disease, or pharmacological relevance for CD24P1. If your intention was CD24 (the functional protein/receptor), further information should be drawn for that, not CD24P1.

Other names

CD24L1