FAM151A pseudogene 1 (FAM151AP1)

FAM151A pseudogene 1 (FAM151AP1) is a processed pseudogene in humans. Pseudogenes like FAM151AP1 arise through duplication or retrotransposition of a parent gene—in this case, likely the FAM151A gene[5][7]. Processed pseudogenes are typically not transcribed or translated into functional proteins due to disruptive mutations and lack of regulatory elements[2]. Some pseudogenes can play regulatory roles by acting as decoys for microRNAs or generating noncoding RNAs affecting gene expression, but no specific biological function, disease relevance, or pharmacological targeting has been reported for FAM151AP1[5][2][6]. Information from large genomic resources classifies it as noncoding with no clear links to disease, protein production, or therapeutic application.

Other names

FAM151AP1FAM151A Pseudogene 1