Fibroblast growth factor 7 pseudogene 5 (FGF7P5)

Fibroblast growth factor 7 pseudogene 5 (FGF7P5) is a DNA sequence in the human genome that closely resembles the fibroblast growth factor 7 (FGF7) gene but contains mutations or structural features that prevent it from producing a functional protein[2]. Pseudogenes such as FGF7P5 are generally classified as nonfunctional gene fragments and do not serve as therapeutic drug targets, receptors, enzymes, or biological effectors[2]. Though some pseudogenes have demonstrated the ability to regulate coding genes through RNA-based mechanisms, specific mechanistic evidence for FGF7P5 is not reported in current literature[3][1]. The gene is listed as associated with colorectal cancer, but the nature and validity of this association remains unclear[1]. There are no established drugs, mechanisms of action, biomarkers, or safety concerns tied to FGF7P5.

Other names

FGF7P5HGNC:33588NCBI Gene:653453Ensembl: ENSG00000204816previous gene cards IDs (GC09P042626, etc.)