uORF [SO_0002027]
A short open reading frame that is found in the 5’ untranslated region of an mRNA and plays a role in translational regulation.
uORF
ID: SO_0002027
Class
A short open reading frame that is found in the 5' untranslated region of an mRNA and plays a role in translational regulation.
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Alternative Names
| Synonym | Scope | Reference |
|---|---|---|
| upstream ORF | exact synonym | |
| regulatory uORF | exact synonym |
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