RNA, 7SL, cytoplasmic 607, pseudogene (RN7SL607P)

RN7SL607P (RNA, 7SL, cytoplasmic 607, pseudogene) is a human pseudogene derived from the 7SL RNA, which itself is a structural component of the signal recognition particle (SRP) ribonucleoprotein complex[1][5]. As a pseudogene, RN7SL607P does not encode a functional protein and is classified as a non-coding RNA locus that has lost its original gene function, most likely through retrotransposition events resulting in a truncated or non-functional sequence[1][5]. While many 7SL RNA pseudogenes populate the human genome, with diverse truncated structures, only a small number of 7SL loci are functional genes[5]. Most 7SL pseudogenes—including RN7SL607P—are regarded as molecular genetic relics, showing no known protein-coding, therapeutic, or direct pathogenic roles[1][5]. Though increasing evidence links some pseudogenes to gene regulation (e.g., affecting microRNAs or modulating parental gene expression), there is currently no specific evidence for RN7SL607P having such regulatory or clinical roles[1][2]. Therefore, it is not considered a drug target, biomarker, or safety concern[1]. Pseudogenes in general are a subject of emerging interest for their potential regulatory effects, but RN7SL607P itself remains functionally uncharacterized and is not therapeutically actionable[2].

Other names

RN7SL607P7SL RNA pseudogene7SL RNA-like pseudogene