RNA, 5S ribosomal pseudogene 342 (RNA5SP342)

RNA, 5S ribosomal pseudogene 342 (RNA5SP342) is a non-coding, processed rRNA pseudogene found in the human genome[8][10][2]. It is homologous to the functional 5S ribosomal RNA sequence but contains mutations or sequence disruptions that prevent it from encoding a functional 5S rRNA molecule. Like other pseudogenes, it is generally considered inactive and does not contribute to ribosomal structure or function. Unlike canonical 5S rRNA genes, RNA5SP342 does not participate in ribosome assembly, protein synthesis, or cellular signaling[1][3][15]. There is no evidence that RNA5SP342 is implicated in disease, therapeutic targeting, or diagnostic applications. Most genomic databases annotate RNA5SP342 and similar pseudogenes for completeness of genome coverage and evolutionary studies, and not because they have established biological or clinical roles[8][10][2][4].

Other names

RN5S342RNA, 5S ribosomal 342RNA5SP342rn5s342

Not applicable. No drugs target RNA5SP342 or similar rRNA pseudogenes.