Exteins [exteiny]

topical
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Definition

The (EXternal proTEIN) sequences flanking INTEINS, which are internal fragments of precursor proteins removed by PROTEIN SPLICING. Concomitantly, as the inteins are excised, the exteins are ligated to form mature proteins.

DUI
D047669 MeSH Browser
CUI
M0458491
History note
2005
Public note
2005