iron_responsive_element [SO_0001182]

A regulatory sequence found in the 5’ and 3’ UTRs of many mRNAs which encode iron-binding proteins. It has a hairpin structure and is recognized by trans-acting proteins known as iron-regulatory proteins.

iron_responsive_element

ID: SO_0001182

Class

A regulatory sequence found in the 5' and 3' UTRs of many mRNAs which encode iron-binding proteins. It has a hairpin structure and is recognized by trans-acting proteins known as iron-regulatory proteins.

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Classification

Relationships

  • is part of: UTR

Alternative Names

Synonym Scope Reference
iron responsive element exact synonym
IRE exact synonym