heat shock protein family A (Hsp70) member 8 pseudogene 18 (HSPA8P18)

HSPA8P18 is classified as a processed pseudogene belonging to the HSPA/Hsp70 family, specifically as a copy relating to HSPA8 (the house-keeping heat shock cognate 70 protein, also known as HSC70). In the human genome, HSPA8P18 does not encode a functional protein and is not known to have biological activity. Pseudogenes such as HSPA8P18 are considered nonfunctional segments of DNA that resemble functional genes but are unable to produce a functional protein product due to accumulated mutations or lack of regulatory elements. There is no evidence for expression, biological function, or disease association. HSPA8P18 is not considered a therapeutic target, enzyme, transporter, or receptor. Critical note: - The presence of "pseudogene" in the name indicates its nonfunctional/decayed nature. - No drugs interact with HSPA8P18, nor does it serve as a biomarker, therapeutic target, or present specific safety concerns. HSPA8P18 should not be confused with its parental gene HSPA8, which is a well-studied molecular chaperone with critical cellular roles.

Other names

heat shock 70kDa protein 8 pseudogene 18