Solute carrier family 25 member 47 pseudogene 1 (SLC25A47P1)

Solute carrier family 25 member 47 pseudogene 1 (SLC25A47P1) is a **human pseudogene** located at chromosome 11q12.1, homologous to the functional gene SLC25A47 which encodes a mitochondrial carrier protein involved in liver metabolism and energy balance[4][1][7]. Pseudogenes like SLC25A47P1 are segments of DNA that resemble known genes but usually lack the ability to encode functional proteins due to disabling mutations or premature stop codons; they are not themselves therapeutic targets or active molecular entities in current drug discovery[8]. While some pseudogenes have been implicated as regulators of gene expression or disease modulators by acting as RNA decoys or microRNA sponges, there is **no direct evidence for SLC25A47P1 involvement in these processes**[2][8]. This molecule is generally annotated as "pseudogene" (molecular classification) and **should not be considered a canonical investigational target, receptor, transporter, enzyme, or biomarker**[1][4][7]. If your intent is to identify a therapeutic target, refer to the parent gene **solute carrier family 25 member 47 (SLC25A47)**, which is a mitochondrial transporter involved in hepatic energy homeostasis and is itself a potential drug target in liver disease[3][5]. SLC25A47P1 is currently only of interest in the context of genome studies, gene annotation, and potential regulatory non-coding RNA research.

Other names

SLC25A47P1HGNC:43860

Not applicable—no drugs or direct mechanisms of action described for SLC25A47P1