RN7SK pseudogene 188 (RN7SKP188)

RN7SKP188 (RN7SK pseudogene 188) is annotated as a non-functional pseudogene related to the 7SK RNA gene family. While the functional 7SK RNA regulates RNA polymerase II transcription elongation by sequestering and inhibiting the P-TEFb complex, pseudogenes such as RN7SKP188 typically do not produce stable RNAs or proteins, nor do they play documented roles in cellular regulation or disease. There is no evidence supporting any molecular, biological, or disease-related function for RN7SKP188, nor has it been implicated as a therapeutic target[4].\nThe presence of "pseudogene" in the name ("RN7SK pseudogene 188") indicates it is a DNA sequence resembling the functional 7SK gene but lacking known function or protein-coding activity.\nRN7SK small nuclear RNA (not the pseudogene) is important for transcription regulation and cellular homeostasis[1][2][3], but RN7SKP188 is not part of these processes.

Other names

RN7SKP188RNA, 7SK small nuclear pseudogene 188

Not applicable; there are no drugs or therapeutic agents known to affect this pseudogene.