RNA, 5S ribosomal pseudogene 385 (RNA5SP385)

RNA, 5S ribosomal pseudogene 385 (RNA5SP385) is classified as a human pseudogene, meaning it is a segment of DNA that resembles the gene for 5S ribosomal RNA but is non-functional and does not encode an active RNA product[1][2][4]. Pseudogenes may arise from duplication or retrotransposition events and typically acquire disabling mutations. The original functional 5S ribosomal RNA plays a structural role within the large ribosomal subunit and is essential for protein synthesis[3][5][7], but pseudogenes of 5S rRNA, such as RNA5SP385, do not contribute to ribosome function. There is no known evidence that RNA5SP385 is involved in any characterized cellular process, disease mechanism, or serves as a therapeutic target. Its presence is documented in genomic databases, but it is not associated with biological activity or clinical relevance.

Other names

RN5S385RNA, 5S ribosomal 385RNA5SP385