Cytochrome c pseudogene 41 (HCP41)

Cytochrome c pseudogene 41 (HCP41/CYCSP41) is a truncated, non-functional sequence in the human genome, classified as a pseudogene. It is one of 49 cytochrome c-derived pseudogenes identified via computational analysis and annotated by their chromosomal position[1][2]. These pseudogenes typically lack the necessary introns found in the functional gene, often feature frameshifts, premature stop codons, or truncations, which prevent expression of a full-length or functional protein. HCP41 is specifically noted as being truncated at one end[1][2]. There is no evidence that HCP41 is expressed or translated, and it does not contribute to biological functions or disease processes. Pseudogenes such as HCP41 are considered evolutionary remnants and are not molecular targets for therapy or diagnosis[1][2].

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CYCSP41HCP41