AU_rich_element [SO_0001180]
A cis-acting element found in the 3’ UTR of some mRNA which is rich in AUUUA pentamers. Messenger RNAs bearing multiple AU-rich elements are often unstable.
AU_rich_element
ID: SO_0001180
Class
A cis-acting element found in the 3' UTR of some mRNA which is rich in AUUUA pentamers. Messenger RNAs bearing multiple AU-rich elements are often unstable.
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Relationships
- is part of: three_prime_UTR
Alternative Names
| Synonym | Scope | Reference |
|---|---|---|
| AU rich element | exact synonym | |
| AU-rich element | exact synonym | |
| ARE | related synonym |
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