RNA, 5S ribosomal pseudogene 117 (RNA5SP117)

RNA, 5S ribosomal pseudogene 117 is a genomic pseudogene, classified as a non-protein-coding RNA gene that shares sequence similarity to functional 5S ribosomal RNA genes but is non-functional due to sequence changes and/or lack of transcription[2][8]. Pseudogenes like RNA5SP117 arise through duplication or retrotransposition events and are usually present as genomic relics that do not produce functional RNAs or proteins. While some pseudogenes can be transcribed and modulate gene regulation (e.g., acting as miRNA sponges), there is no evidence that RNA5SP117 has such roles. It does not belong to canonical functional molecular classes such as receptor, enzyme, transporter, or ion channel[2][8]. RNA, 5S ribosomal pseudogene 117 should not be used as a therapeutic target or biomarker; it serves as an annotation of a non-functional rRNA gene copy in the genome[2][8].

Other names

RN5S117RNA, 5S ribosomal 117