HIG1 hypoxia inducible domain family member 1A pseudogene (HIGD1AP)

HIG1 hypoxia inducible domain family member 1A pseudogene (HIGD1AP) is a pseudogene in the human genome that does not encode a functional protein. Pseudogenes like HIGD1AP are typically regarded as non-coding genomic elements that have lost their protein-coding ability due to mutations, deletions, or insertions. Some human pseudogenes transcribe RNA that may play a regulatory role, such as acting as competitive endogenous RNAs or influencing expression of related protein-coding genes. However, there is currently no evidence that HIGD1AP functions as a therapeutic target, nor is it associated with any direct disease phenotypes or druggable mechanisms. It is categorized as a processed pseudogene within the HIG1 hypoxia inducible domain family. For research and clinical purposes, it should not be considered a drug target.

Other names

HIG1 hypoxia inducible domain family, member 1A pseudogeneHIGD1APHIGD1A pseudogeneHIGD1A-ps