RNA, 7SL, cytoplasmic 72, pseudogene (RN7SL72P)

RN7SL72P is a **pseudogene** derived from the 7SL RNA gene family, which encodes the RNA component of the **signal recognition particle (SRP)**. The majority of 7SL-related sequences in the human genome are pseudogenes and do not produce the functional SRP RNA. Instead, these pseudogenes, such as RN7SL72P, are truncated, rearranged, or otherwise nonfunctional variants integrated into the genome through retrotransposition or related events. Most pseudogenes are considered non-coding and non-functional; however, recent research suggests that some transcribed pseudogene RNAs may exert regulatory effects, such as acting as decoys for microRNAs or participating in epigenetic regulation. No evidence identifies RN7SL72P as a therapeutic target, a biomarker, or as being involved in drug interaction or safety concerns. Its primary significance lies in evolutionary and genomic studies as a typical example of a non-coding RNA pseudogene. **Key contextual note:** This entry is a *pseudogene*—not a receptor, enzyme, or canonical RNA with direct biological function—and is not currently considered a drug target or relevant to current therapeutic research. If a functional target is intended, the actual "7SL RNA" or "signal recognition particle RNA" (SRP RNA, also called RN7SL) or its protein partners (e.g., SRP72) should be considered instead.

Other names

RN7SL72P7SL RNA pseudogenesignal recognition particle RNA pseudogene