Pseudogene similar to part of ribosomal protein S7

This gene, identified as ENSG00000235729 (alias AL500522.2), is a human pseudogene similar to part of the ribosomal protein S7 (RPS7)[1][6][7]. Pseudogenes are genomic DNA sequences similar to normal genes but non-functional; they are usually considered “dead” genomic elements, arising either by duplication or retrotransposition, and often contain disruptive mutations. While most pseudogenes do not encode functional proteins, some may have potential regulatory functions at the RNA level, such as influencing the expression of related protein-coding genes[2]. However, there is no evidence that this specific pseudogene acts as a therapeutic target, nor is it classified as an enzyme, receptor, transporter, or other canonical drug target class[6][7].

Other names

AL500522.2