COX16 pseudogene 1 (COX16P1)

COX16 pseudogene 1 (COX16P1) is a pseudogene and not a functional protein-coding gene. Pseudogenes are genomic DNA sequences similar to normal genes but are non-functional; they arise from previously functional genes that have lost their protein-coding ability or are otherwise no longer expressed in the cell. COX16P1 is related by sequence homology to COX16 (cytochrome c oxidase assembly factor COX16), a mitochondrial inner membrane protein involved in cytochrome c oxidase (complex IV) assembly and copper insertion into its subunits[1][2][7][8]. However, COX16P1 itself does not encode a protein product and is not known to play a functional role in biological processes or diseases, nor is it considered a drug target. Key rationale & clarifications: - There is no evidence that COX16P1 encodes an active protein or functions as a therapeutic target. COX16 (not COX16P1) is the active gene relevant to protein function and disease[1][2][7]. - No aliases, mechanisms, or disease roles are associated with this pseudogene in available molecular databases. - If you intended to inquire about the functional gene, use "Cytochrome c oxidase assembly factor COX16 (COX16)" instead. Summary: COX16P1 is a pseudogene and not a valid therapeutic target; there is nothing to suggest a role in disease, drug response, or physiology. If this was not the intended molecule/receptor, please specify the protein-coding gene (e.g., COX16) for relevant information.

Other names

COX16P1