Charged multivesicular body protein 4B pseudogene 1 (CHMP4BP1)

CHMP4BP1 is a non-coding pseudogene related to the CHMP4B gene, which encodes a component of the ESCRT-III complex, important in endosomal sorting and multivesicular body formation. Pseudogenes like CHMP4BP1 generally do not encode functional proteins but may contribute to genetic and regulatory complexity. Recent research indicates some pseudogenes could participate in regulatory networks, affecting gene expression or disease susceptibility, often through RNA-mediated effects. However, CHMP4BP1 has not been characterized as having functional protein-coding or regulatory roles in disease, nor does it serve as a drug target or biomarker at present. There is no conclusive evidence or prominent research indicating CHMP4BP1 codes for a functional protein, is involved in disease mechanisms, or is targeted pharmacologically. It should be considered a pseudogene entry and not a valid therapeutic target.

Other names

Putative charged multivesicular body protein 4B-like protein CHMP4BP1CHMP4BP1CGI-301