FCF1 small subunit processome component homolog pseudogene 5 (FCF1P5)

FCF1P5 is classified as a human pseudogene—a nonfunctional DNA sequence that resembles the protein-coding FCF1 gene, which in its active form is involved in ribosomal small subunit biogenesis and rRNA processing[10][4][1]. As a pseudogene, FCF1P5 does not encode a functional protein and is not a therapeutic target, receptor, or enzyme. Pseudogenes like FCF1P5 are typically characterized by sequence homology to their parent gene, but have lost the capacity for normal protein translation due to disruptive mutations such as frameshifts or premature stop codons[4]. There is no evidence in the scientific literature of FCF1P5 having a direct biological, disease, or drug target role. Its identification is clear and precise, and the name matches approved gene nomenclature conventions[10].

Other names

FCF1 pseudogene 5FCF1 small subunit processome component homolog pseudogene 5