Myxovirus resistance 1, interferon-inducible protein p78 pseudogene

**Myxovirus resistance 1, interferon-inducible protein p78 pseudogene** (Ensembl ID: ENSG00000271544) is a DNA sequence that closely resembles the functional myxovirus resistance protein 1 (MX1) gene but does not produce a functional protein[2]. It is one of multiple pseudogenes found in a cluster on human chromosome 4 that are related to the well-studied antiviral protein MX1, which is expressed in response to interferon stimulation and plays a key role in inhibiting the replication of a broad range of viruses[1][3][4]. The pseudogene itself does not have any known coding capacity, biological function, disease role, or relevance as a drug target, and is primarily significant as a homologous, nonfunctional genomic element. **Note:** If you are interested in the functional, protein-coding version (the actual therapeutic target), you should refer to **Myxovirus resistance protein 1 (MX1)**, not this pseudogene. The pseudogene (ENSG00000271544) should not be considered a therapeutic target or functional entity in pathways, drug development, or diagnostics[2].

Other names

Pseudogene similar to part of myxovirus (influenza virus) resistance 1, interferon-inducible protein p78 (mouse)MX1 pseudogene