OOEP pseudogene 1 (OOEPP1)

OOEP pseudogene 1 (OOEPP1) is classified as a pseudogene corresponding to the oocyte expressed protein (OOEP) gene. Pseudogenes are genomic DNA sequences similar to normal genes but are non-functional due to mutations or lack of regulatory elements. Most pseudogenes, including OOEPP1, do not code for functional proteins, although some can be transcribed into RNA with potential regulatory effects such as modulation of microRNA activity or expression of neighboring genes. OOEPP1 is not considered a direct therapeutic target, receptor, enzyme, or transcription factor, but pseudogenes in general may influence disease states through indirect gene regulatory mechanisms[2][5][3]. No known drug interactions, disease biomarker uses, or safety issues are reported for OOEPP1.

Other names

OOEP pseudogene 1OOEPP1