Lymphocyte antigen 6 complex, locus H pseudogene

Lymphocyte antigen 6 complex, locus H pseudogene (ENSG00000235088) is a human genomic locus classified as a member of the LY6 gene family and annotated in the major histocompatibility complex (MHC) region on chromosome 6. The locus is designated as a pseudogene, meaning it resembles a functional gene but is non-coding and does not produce a functional protein product. Pseudogenes may occur due to gene duplication or mutation; their biological roles are generally minimal, although some may have regulatory effects on gene expression by acting as RNA sponges. There is no evidence that this locus is involved in signaling, disease, or interacts with drugs, and it should not be confused with functional members of the LY6 protein family, which may serve as immunotherapy targets or biomarkers in cancer research. This locus is *not a canonical drug target or receptor*.

Other names

LY6H pseudogeneLymphocyte antigen 6 family member H (pseudogene)Chromosome 6 open reading frame [variant or historical]C6orf22 [possible historical or alternate name]