SSX family member 13, pseudogene (SSX13P)

SSX family member 13, pseudogene (SSX13P) is classified as a pseudogene within the SSX gene family, which includes several protein-coding members involved in chromosomal translocations in synovial sarcoma (notably SSX1, SSX2, and rarely SSX4)[1][3][4]. Pseudogenes are DNA sequences similar to known genes but typically do not encode functional proteins due to mutations or lack of regulatory elements. The SSX13P gene does not appear to produce protein or exhibit any functional biological activity and is not implicated in human diseases or targeted by therapies[1]. Although SSX family genes are known for their role as cancer-testis antigens and in specific chromosomal translocations in synovial sarcoma, pseudogene members like SSX13P do not participate in these events. SSX13P may be used as a reference sequence in genomics studies but is not a valid drug or biomarker target[1][3][4]. SSX13P is a non-functional pseudogene with no protein product, biological function, or validated role in disease, drug targeting, or molecular therapy. Its nomenclature is correct, and there are no safety or clinical concerns associated with it as a molecular target[1].

Other names

psiSSX3SSXP3SSX family pseudogene 3SSX3 pseudogenesynovial sarcoma, X breakpoint 5 pseudogeneSSX13P