Non-SMC element 4 homolog A pseudogene

Non-SMC element 4 homolog A pseudogene is a processed or duplicated pseudogene related in sequence to the parent NSMCE4A gene, which is involved in chromosome maintenance and structural functions in cells. Pseudogenes such as this one are nonfunctional DNA elements that arise either by duplication of a functional gene followed by disabling mutations (duplicated pseudogene) or by retrotransposition of an mRNA transcript back into the genome (processed pseudogene). They do not encode functional proteins, do not serve as therapeutic targets, and do not participate directly in disease processes. Occasionally, some pseudogenes may be transcribed and have minor regulatory roles, but such functions are rare and not attributed to this pseudogene in any major reference database. This target is not a protein, receptor, enzyme, transporter, or other druggable entity. It should not be considered as a candidate for pharmacological intervention, biomarker research, or clinical translation.

Other names

NSMCE4A pseudogene

None; no mechanism of action because it is not a drug target