RN7SK pseudogene 235 (RN7SKP235)

RN7SKP235 is a pseudogene, meaning it is a segment of DNA similar to the functional RN7SK gene but not itself transcribed into a functional product or involved in biological activity. The functional RN7SK gene encodes 7SK small nuclear RNA, which is a non-coding RNA regulating transcription elongation by controlling the positive transcription elongation factor b (P-TEFb)[2][3][4][5]. However, pseudogenes like RN7SKP235 are generally considered non-functional; they do not encode a protein, nor do they exhibit the regulatory activities of their parent genes. There is no evidence that RN7SKP235 fulfills any specific biological function, serves as a disease target, or interacts with drugs. The presence of “pseudogene” in its name indicates it is a relic of gene duplication or retrotransposition, not a functional target. As such, it is not considered a therapeutic target, nor is it referenced as a biomarker in disease or pharmacology.

Other names

RNA, 7SK small nuclear pseudogene 235RN7SKP235