Glutathione S-transferase theta 3 pseudogene (GSTT3P)

Glutathione S-transferase theta 3 pseudogene (GSTT3P) is classified as a pseudogene derived from the glutathione S-transferase theta family, specifically related to the theta subclass. Pseudogenes are typically non-functional segments of DNA that resemble functional genes but contain mutations or truncations that prevent them from producing functional proteins. GSTT3P does not encode an active enzyme and, as such, does not perform the canonical catalytic, detoxifying, or other biological activities associated with glutathione S-transferases. It is not recognized as a therapeutic target, and there is no evidence for drug interaction, disease association, or biomarker status. Furthermore, nomenclature or classification confusion exists for GST pseudogenes, and GSTT3P is not included in most curated major gene/target lists, reflecting its status as non-functional.

Other names

Glutathione S-transferase theta 3 pseudogeneGSTT3P