WDR53 pseudogene 1 (WDR53P1)

WDR53 pseudogene 1 (WDR53P1) is classified as a pseudogene in the human genome, meaning it is a genetic element that resembles a known gene (WDR53) but does not encode a functional protein[3][7]. Pseudogenes are typically remnants of duplicated or mutated genes and are generally not transcribed or translated into active proteins. There is no evidence that WDR53P1 plays a direct role in biological functions, disease processes, or therapeutic strategies. It is not a receptor, enzyme, transporter, or transcription factor, and accordingly is not considered a drug target or biomarker. No drugs or mechanisms of action are associated with WDR53P1[3][7]. If you meant to refer to the functional gene WDR53 (WD repeat-containing protein 53), that is a protein-coding gene, but WDR53P1 is specifically documented in genetic databases as a pseudogene, without known biological or clinical relevance as a target[1][3][7].

Other names

WDR53P1WDR53 pseudogene 1