Epsin-like pseudogene

Epsin-like pseudogene (ENSG00000266105/LOC100287539) is a segment of DNA in the human genome that resembles the gene for epsin or an epsin-related protein but is incapable of producing a functional protein product[1][2]. Classified as a pseudogene, it is a nonfunctional remnant that may have arisen from gene duplication or retrotransposition, and typically lacks the necessary regulatory elements to enable gene expression[3]. While pseudogenes, in rare cases, can influence cellular function through regulatory RNA mechanisms, there is no evidence that this specific epsin-like pseudogene acts as a molecular target, biomarker, or is involved in disease mechanisms[4]. It is not indicated as a receptor, enzyme, transporter, transcription factor, or any functional molecular class relevant to pharmacology or therapeutics. Pseudogenes may be transcribed at low levels or may affect genetic studies due to sequence similarities with functional genes, but they do not display protein-level activity, interact with drugs, or pose known therapeutic safety concerns[1][2].

Other names

LOC100287539ENSG00000266105epsin-like pseudogene