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Olfactory receptor family 4 subfamily K member 8 pseudogene (OR4K8P)
- Target
- OR4K8P
- Molecular classification
- Pseudogene, (normally would be considered a G protein-coupled receptor, but as a pseudogene, it is non-functional)
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Overview
The Olfactory receptor family 4 subfamily K member 8 pseudogene (OR4K8P) is a human gene classified as a pseudogene, meaning it is a defunct derivative of a protein-coding ancestor gene and does not produce a functional olfactory receptor protein[1][3][4][5][6]. Olfactory receptor pseudogenes are common in the genome due to low selective pressure, and in most cases, they do not fulfill any biological function or serve as drug targets. Some pseudogenes in other systems may have regulatory or other rare functions, but OR4K8P is not known to have any such role[6]. Its main relevance is as a genomic marker within the family of olfactory receptors. It is commonly referenced in genetic studies cataloging olfactory receptor diversity and evolution.
- Other names
- OR18-1OR4K9Polfactory receptor OR18-1 pseudogeneolfactory receptor, family 4, subfamily K, member 9 pseudogeneHsOR18.1.2PORL3207
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