Spermatogenesis associated 5-like 1 pseudogene

Spermatogenesis associated 5-like 1 pseudogene, designated by gene symbol ENSG00000234713, is a genomic sequence resembling a functional gene involved in spermatogenesis but having lost the ability to produce a functional protein, likely due to disabling mutations or disruptions in its coding sequence[1][4][6]. Pseudogenes are typically considered nonfunctional, though recent research has revealed that some may be transcribed into non-coding RNAs capable of influencing regulatory networks within cells[3][6][7]. However, the majority of pseudogenes do not have clear biological functions, therapeutic roles, or disease associations, and there is no publicly documented evidence that this particular pseudogene contributes to disease, serves as a biomarker, or is targeted by any drugs. Its classification reflects its genomic homology to spermatogenesis-associated genes, but it has not been shown to encode a functional protein or play any direct role as a therapeutic target.

Other names

spermatogenesis associated 5-like 1 pseudogeneENSG00000234713