Chromosome 5 open reading frame 62 pseudogene (ENSG00000256917)

"Chromosome 5 open reading frame 62 pseudogene" (ENSG00000256917) is classified as a pseudogene, a segment of DNA that resembles a functional gene but is generally incapable of encoding a functional protein product[4][6]. Pseudogenes often arise by duplication or retrotransposition events and accumulate disabling mutations that prevent their normal expression or translation[2][6]. While the majority of pseudogenes are biologically inert, some can be transcribed and may have a regulatory role in gene expression, including acting as decoys for microRNAs or forming non-functional RNAs that can impact cellular processes indirectly[2][3][6]. This molecule is not a known therapeutic target, receptor, enzyme, or other druggable protein class. There are no known drugs, biomarkers, or established safety considerations associated with this pseudogene. Its main significance is as a genomic relic, and its annotation highlights its lack of protein-coding potential by current human genome nomenclature standards[4][6]. Note: This entry is likely "incorrect" as a drug target since pseudogenes are not generally considered or annotated as therapeutic targets[4][6]. If you require targetable, protein-coding genes, further curation will be needed.

Other names

chromosome 5 open reading frame 62 pseudogeneC5orf62PENSG00000256917chromosome 5 open reading frame 62, pseudogene