RNA, 5S ribosomal pseudogene 35 (RNA5SP35)

RNA, 5S ribosomal pseudogene 35 (RNA5SP35) is a pseudogene related to the 5S ribosomal RNA gene family. The canonical 5S rRNA is a small, highly conserved RNA molecule that forms part of the large ribosomal subunit, playing a critical structural and functional role in the ribosome[1][5]. Pseudogenes like RNA5SP35, however, are non-functional genomic elements resulting from the duplication and subsequent mutation of functional 5S rRNA genes. They are typically not transcribed or, if transcribed, do not produce functional rRNAs or proteins. There is no evidence of direct involvement of RNA5SP35 in cellular pathways, drug interactions, or disease, and it is not considered a therapeutic target[2][8]. In rare circumstances, some 5S rRNA pseudogenes may be transcribed as non-coding RNAs with potential regulatory roles[8], but for RNA5SP35, functional roles have not been identified.

Other names

RN5S35RNA5SP35RNA, 5S ribosomal 35