RNA, U6 small nuclear 1113, pseudogene (RNU6-1113P)

RNU6-1113P represents a processed **pseudogene** copy of the U6 small nuclear RNA (snRNA) gene[4][3]. U6 snRNA itself is an essential RNA component of the spliceosome, which catalyzes pre-mRNA splicing, but the pseudogene copy does not encode a functional RNA or protein and typically results from retrotransposition or genomic duplication events[3]. Pseudogenes like RNU6-1113P lack promoter activity and necessary modifications for functional spliceosome activity and are generally considered nonfunctional relics of genome evolution[3][4]. They are not known to play a role in disease, do not serve as therapeutic drug targets, and do not interact with drugs[4]. There are no recognized therapeutic implications, biomarker uses, or safety concerns associated with this specific pseudogene.

Other names

RNU6-1113P