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RecQ Helicases  

Type

  • mesh:Descriptor

Definition

  • A family of structurally-related DNA helicases that play an essential role in the maintenance of genome integrity. RecQ helicases were originally discovered in E COLI and are highly conserved across both prokaryotic and eukaryotic organisms. Genetic mutations that result in loss of RecQ helicase activity gives rise to disorders that are associated with CANCER predisposition and premature aging.

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Entry terms

  • RecQ Family of DNA Helicase
  • RecQ Family of DNA Helicases
  • RecQ Helicase
  • RecQ Protein

In other languages

  • French

  • Hélicases RecQ
  • Protéine RecQ
  • RecQ family of DNA helicases

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http://data.loterre.fr/ark:/67375/JVR-PKBG384J-0

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