Transcription, Genetic
| Definition: |
The transfer of genetic information from DNA to messenger RNA by DNA-directed RNA polymerase. It includes reverse transcription and transcription of early and late genes expressed early in an organism's life cycle or during later development. |
| Also Called: |
Early Gene Transcription,Late Gene Transcription,Reverse Transcription |
| Previously Indexed: |
RNA, Messenger (1966-1972) |
Transcription, Genetic Definitions and Terms
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