RN7SK pseudogene 141 (RN7SKP141)

RN7SK pseudogene 141 (RN7SKP141) is a human pseudogene related to the *RN7SK* small nuclear RNA gene. Pseudogenes are dysfunctional segments of DNA that resemble functional genes but typically do not produce functional products. Unlike the authentic *RN7SK* small nuclear RNA, which plays an essential role in regulating RNA polymerase II transcription elongation via sequestration of P-TEFb and other critical cellular processes[1][2][3][5], RN7SKP141 has no documented biological function, clinical relevance, associated disease implications, or drug interactions. It is not considered a therapeutic target. The inclusion of RN7SKP141 in target lists is likely due to misannotation or mistaken identity with the functional *RN7SK* gene. The *RN7SK* gene encodes a noncoding small nuclear RNA, essential in transcriptional regulation and implicated in diverse cellular functions and certain disease states[1][2][3][5]. However, *pseudogenes* such as RN7SKP141 are typically **inactive DNA fragments**; they are not receptors, enzymes, or other molecular targets for pharmacological intervention and should not be treated as such.

Other names

RNA, 7SK small nuclear pseudogene 141RN7SKP1417SK pseudogene 141