signal_peptide SO_0000418
signal_peptide
ID: SO_0000418
Class
The signal_peptide is a short region of the peptide located at the N-terminus that directs the protein to be secreted or part of membrane components.
Old def before biosapiens:The sequence for an N-terminal domain of a secreted protein; this domain is involved in attaching nascent polypeptide to the membrane leader sequence.
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Relationships
- derives_from: signal_peptide_region_of_CDS
- is part of: propeptide
Alternative Names
| Synonym | Scope | Reference |
|---|---|---|
| signal | related synonym | feature_type |
| signal peptide coding sequence | exact synonym | |
| signal peptide | exact synonym | |
| INSDC_feature:sig_peptide | exact synonym |