Ribosomal protein L21 pseudogene 51 (RPL21P51)

Ribosomal protein L21 pseudogene 51 is classified as a *pseudogene* of ribosomal protein L21 (RPL21), meaning it is a non-functional genetic element resulting from duplication or retrotransposition of the parental gene. It does not encode a functional protein, nor is it considered a receptor, enzyme, therapeutic target, or known to participate in specific pathophysiological processes[2][8]. Its annotation in public genetic databases (e.g., NCBI Gene: 100271169; Ensembl: ENSG00000240674) confirms the lack of protein-coding potential and no described functional role in human biology or disease. There are no known drugs, mechanisms of action, or biomarker roles associated with RPL21P51[2][8]. Although pseudogenes in general may sometimes act as regulators of gene expression, for RPL21P51 specifically, no such role has been reported to date[2][8].

Other names

RPL21_20_533RPL21P51