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DNA, Antisense

Definition:	DNA that is complementary to the sense strand. (The sense strand has the same sequence as the mRNA transcript. The antisense strand is the template for mRNA synthesis.) Synthetic antisense DNAs are used to hybridize to complementary sequences in target RNAs or DNAs to effect the functioning of specific genes for investigative or therapeutic purposes.
Previously Indexed:	DNA (1988-1990)

DNA, Antisense Categories.

Oligodeoxyribonucleotides, Antisense - Short fragments of DNA that are used to alter the function of target RNAs or DNAs to which they hybridize.

DNA, Antisense Definitions and Terms

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