RPL38 pseudogene 5 (RPL38P5)

RPL38 pseudogene 5" (RPL38P5) is a processed pseudogene related to the RPL38 gene, which encodes 60S ribosomal protein L38, a protein component of the large 60S ribosomal subunit responsible for protein synthesis[1][2][3]. Pseudogenes such as RPL38P5 are non-functional DNA sequences that are derived from functional genes but have lost protein-coding ability due to mutations, premature stop codons, or lack of regulatory elements[6]. As such, RPL38P5 does not encode a functional protein, is not considered a molecular target (such as a receptor, enzyme, or transporter), and does not play a direct role in biological processes or diseases.

Other names

RPL38P5ribosomal protein L38 pseudogene 5