Pseudogene fragment similar to putative dimethyladenosine transferase

ENSG00000227556, named "Pseudogene fragment similar to putative dimethyladenosine transferase," is a noncoding pseudogene. It is defined by sequence similarity to the human gene encoding dimethyladenosine transferase (also known as DIMT1), an RNA methyltransferase involved in ribosome biogenesis and cellular translation[4]. However, unlike its functional counterpart, this entity does not produce an active enzyme, and there is no evidence of it acting as a therapeutic target, biomarker, or being involved in any pathological or normal cellular processes[3][4]. Pseudogenes typically lack protein-coding potential and, unless otherwise proven, are not considered targets for drug discovery or clinical intervention[3][5].

Other names

Pseudogene fragment similar to putative dimethyladenosine transferase (HSA9761)