microrna

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microRNA (plural microRNAs)

(genetics) A single-stranded, non-coding form of RNA, having only about 20-30 nucleotides, that has a number of functions including the regulation of gene expression

microrna (plural micrornas)

Alternative form of microRNA

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Activated p53 binds DNA and activates expression of several genes including microRNA miR-34a, citation WAF1/CIP1 encoding for p21 and hundreds of other down-stream genes. Source: Internet

A new study pinpoints the inverse correlation between a known oncogene -- a gene that promotes the development of cancer -- and the expression of an oncosuppressor microRNA as the reason for extended pancreatic cancer survival. Source: Internet

An international team of researchers has discovered that a microRNA produced by certain white blood cells can prevent excessive inflammation in the intestine. Source: Internet

The group then ran tests to ensure that their microRNA nanoparticles would be compatible with physiologic conditions, confirming stability as well as recognition by cellular microRNA processing machinery. Source: Internet

Symplex F from Standard Process Labs is a multi-glandular product containing the microRNA particles the body uses for repair. Source: Internet

RNA can also have regulatory effects through hybridization interactions with other RNA molecules (e.g. microRNA ). Source: Internet

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