Schlafen family member pseudogene

Schlafen family member pseudogene (ENSG00000286030) is annotated as a pseudogene in the human genome. Pseudogenes are genomic sequences similar to known genes but contain mutations or defects that prevent them from encoding a functional protein product. They typically arise by gene duplication or retrotransposition followed by loss-of-function mutation. Schlafen family genes in general have been associated with functions like regulation of cell proliferation and immune processes, but pseudogenes do not encode active proteins and generally lack direct biological or pathological roles. There are currently no recognized drugs, biomarkers, or therapeutic applications associated with this pseudogene[1][4][6][7].