RP42 homolog pseudogene (RP42)

RP42 homolog pseudogene (ENSG00000220695), also called RP42, is classified as a pseudogene, meaning it is a genomic DNA sequence similar to a known gene but rendered non-functional due to disabling mutations. Pseudogenes do not code for functional proteins and are not considered therapeutic targets[1][5]. Although some pseudogenes are transcribed as non-coding RNAs and may have roles in gene regulation or disease, there is no evidence this specific pseudogene is relevant as a biomarker or functional gene product[1][2][3][5]. RP42 homolog pseudogene is not a valid drug target, receptor, enzyme, transporter, or gene involved in known therapeutic pathways; it is a genomically disabled, non-coding copy and not functionally characterized[1][5].

Other names

RP42 homologRP42

None (not a druggable target)