MT-CYB pseudogene 13 (MTCYBP13)

MT-CYB pseudogene 13 (MTCYBP13) is classified as a **pseudogene**, specifically a non-coding copy of the mitochondrial cytochrome b gene (MT-CYB)[4]. Pseudogenes do not encode functional proteins and typically do not have biological activity, clinical significance, or roles in disease or therapeutic intervention. In contrast, the true MT-CYB gene encodes cytochrome b, a core protein of mitochondrial complex III with well-documented roles in cellular energy production and mitochondrial disorders[1][3][7][9]. There is no evidence that MTCYBP13 codes for a functional protein, is implicated in human disease, or serves as a therapeutic target[4]. Key clarification: - MTCYBP13 is not the same as the *MT-CYB* gene (mitochondrially encoded cytochrome b). MTCYBP13 is a **pseudogene** and therefore does not produce the cytochrome b protein or participate in electron transport, oxidative phosphorylation, or any known cellular process[4]. - There are **no drug interactions, clinical biomarkers, mechanisms of action, or safety considerations** reported for this pseudogene, and it should not be considered a candidate therapeutic target under current classifications. If you are seeking information on the **functional mitochondrial cytochrome b gene** (MT-CYB), which does play a key role in energy metabolism and mitochondrial disorders, please specify, as the distinction is critical for accurate biomedical data structuring.

Other names

MT-CYB Pseudogene 13MTCYBP13