Ribosomal protein L21 pseudogene 114 (RPL21P114)

Ribosomal protein L21 pseudogene 114 (RPL21P114) is a processed pseudogene in the human genome, named for its similarity to the ribosomal protein L21 gene (RPL21). Unlike the functional RPL21 gene, which encodes a structural component of the 60S ribosomal subunit involved in protein synthesis, RPL21P114 does not produce a functional protein and has no known biological activity or disease association. Pseudogenes like RPL21P114 are identified by sequence homology, often have alternative names, and frequently arise from duplication events across the genome. There is no evidence that RPL21P114 serves as a therapeutic target, interacts with drugs, or is used clinically, and its entry may be considered incorrect for drug-target or receptor research purposes.

Other names

RPL21_52_1438RPL21P114