RNA, 5S ribosomal pseudogene 435 (RNA5SP435)

RNA, 5S ribosomal pseudogene 435 (RNA5SP435) is classified as a **pseudogene**, specifically a non-functional genomic segment derived from the 5S ribosomal RNA gene family[2][4]. Unlike functional 5S rRNA genes, which are essential non-coding RNAs forming part of the large ribosomal subunit and are critical for ribosome structure and function[1][5][7], pseudogenes like RNA5SP435 have lost the ability to code for functional RNA or protein due to mutations or evolutionary divergence[6]. Pseudogenes can sometimes participate in gene regulation (for example, as competing endogenous RNAs or miRNA decoys), but there is **no evidence** that RNA5SP435 is transcribed or has a biological role[6]. As such, it is not considered a therapeutic target, receptor, enzyme, or actionable biomolecule in current biomedical science. The "target" designation is inappropriate for this entry. The record itself is not misspelled, but the designation of a pseudogene as a target is not scientifically correct. **Key clarifications:** - **Not a receptor, enzyme, transporter, or signaling molecule.** - **Not druggable or a known biomarker.** - **Not associated with disease or safety concerns.** - **Best categorized under "Other" molecular families as a pseudogene.**

Other names

RN5S435RNA 5S ribosomal 435RNA5SP435