PDGFA associated protein 1 pseudogene

PDGFA associated protein 1 pseudogene (ENSG00000225182) is classified as a pseudogene—an inactive DNA sequence derived from the functional PDAP1 gene but incapable of encoding a functional protein product[2][5][6]. Pseudogenes like this are largely considered genetic “fossils” or artifacts and lack molecular activity, participation in cellular pathways, or relevance as therapeutic drug targets. Although some pseudogenes may have regulatory effects in specific contexts, there is no evidence of functional activity for PDGFA associated protein 1 pseudogene. Curation guidelines and comparative genomics confirm that such pseudogenes should not be listed as canonical drug targets or have structured therapeutic annotations applied[2][5][6].

Other names

PDAP1 pseudogenePDGFA-associated protein 1 pseudogene