Family with sequence similarity 21, member E, pseudogene (FAM21EP)

Family with sequence similarity 21, member E, pseudogene (FAM21EP), is a transcribed unprocessed pseudogene in the human genome[7][9]. Pseudogenes are genomic elements similar in sequence to known genes but are nonfunctional, usually due to disabling mutations or absence of regulatory elements[8][6]. FAM21EP does not encode a functional protein and does not belong to receptor, enzyme, transporter, or any established druggable molecular class. There is no established association with therapeutic targeting, disease mechanisms, or clinical use. The closest protein-coding relative is WASHC2A, located nearby in the genome[7]. The designation "family with sequence similarity 21, member A pseudogene" is often confused or interchanged with "member E," as per various database aliases, but the evidence supports that both refer to a pseudogene with no recognized biological function or therapeutic relevance[1][5][9].

Other names

FAM21B pseudogeneFAM21EPfamily with sequence similarity 21, member A pseudogene