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Fields of Study > genetics > molecular genetics > nucleotide sequences > codons > start codon
Research, Technology, Methods > genetic resources > genome > genes > gene components > codons > start codon
Natural Resources, Conservation, Environment > natural resources > biological resources > genetic resources > genome > genes > gene components > codons > start codon
Fields of Study > genetics > genetic structure > genome > genes > gene components > codons > start codon
Preferred Term:

start codon

Definition:
A codon that directs initiation of protein translation (translation, genetic) by stimulating the binding of initiator tRNA (RNA, transfer, MET). In prokaryotes, the codons AUG or GUG can act as initiators while in eukaryotes, AUG is the only initiator codon.
Concept Schemes:
NALT Full
Broader Concept:
codons
Related Concepts:
Entry Terms:
  • initiation codon
URI:
https://lod.nal.usda.gov/nalt/27634
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