Preferred Term:
transcription initiation site
Definition:
The first nucleotide of a transcribed DNA sequence where RNA polymerase (DNA-directed RNA polymerase) begins synthesizing the RNA transcript.
Concept Schemes:
NALT Full
Broader Concept:
Entry Terms:
- transcription start site
URI:
https://lod.nal.usda.gov/nalt/312979
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