Chromosome 15 open reading frame 40 pseudogene

Chromosome 15 open reading frame 40 pseudogene (ENSG00000278102) is a sequence on human chromosome 15 that exhibits high homology to a presumed ancestral gene but has lost the ability to produce a functional protein due to accumulated mutations or regulatory element loss. Classified as a pseudogene, it does not participate in typical gene functions nor serve as a target for drug development or therapeutic intervention. Though some pseudogenes can influence cellular processes through RNA-based regulation or evolutionary roles, there is currently no evidence of functional or disease relevance for this pseudogene. Its presence in the genome reflects common patterns of gene duplication and degeneration, providing insights into genomic evolution, but not a direct biological or clinical role.

Other names

ENSG00000278102C15orf40P