RNA, 7SL, cytoplasmic 261, pseudogene (RN7SL261P)

RN7SL261P stands for "RNA, 7SL, cytoplasmic 261, pseudogene," and is classified as a **pseudogene** in the human genome[1][6]. Pseudogenes are genomic DNA sequences that closely resemble normal genes but are typically non-functional due to mutations or lack of regulatory elements required for expression[2]. The RN7SL261P gene specifically is a truncated, non-functional copy related to the functional 7SL RNA genes, which are part of the **signal recognition particle (SRP) RNA** family. The functional form of 7SL RNA is an essential component of the cytoplasmic SRP, a ribonucleoprotein complex involved in directing nascent proteins to the endoplasmic reticulum for secretion or membrane localization[5][7]. However, as a **pseudogene**, RN7SL261P does not encode a functional RNA and does not perform biological activity or participate in disease or drug interactions[1][6]. It is primarily of interest for genomic studies, evolutionary genetics, and as a potential confounder in molecular assays due to sequence similarity with functional SRP RNAs[2][3].

Other names

RN7SL261PRNA, 7SL, cytoplasmic 261, pseudogene