RNA, 5S ribosomal pseudogene 142 (RNA5SP142)

RNA, 5S ribosomal pseudogene 142 is a **pseudogene** related to the 5S ribosomal RNA gene. Pseudogenes are genomic sequences similar to known genes but are generally non-functional due to disruptive mutations or truncations[4][8]. 5S ribosomal RNA itself is an essential structural component of the large ribosomal subunit, involved in ribosome stability and function during protein synthesis in living cells[5][3][1]. However, as a pseudogene, RNA5SP142 does not encode a functional RNA molecule and is typically not transcribed or translated into a biologically active product[4][8]. While some pseudogenes can be transcribed and may play regulatory roles in gene expression networks or participate in disease pathways, especially as long non-coding RNAs[10], there is currently no evidence that RNA5SP142 has such a function or is involved in human disease. Therefore, it is not regarded as a drug target, biomarker, or disease-linked gene.\n\nKey points:\n- **RNA5SP142 is a pseudogene**, not a functional gene or target[2][4][8].\n- It is related to **5S ribosomal RNA**, which is an essential component of the ribosome, but RNA5SP142 itself does not produce this RNA[2][5].\n- **No drugs**, mechanisms, biomarkers, or safety issues are linked to this pseudogene.\n\nIf you need structured or contextual information for **functional ribosomal RNA** or **active ribosome-associated targets**, refer instead to "5S ribosomal RNA" or its protein components[5][3][1][9].

Other names

RN5S142RNA, 5S ribosomal 142

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