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MicroRNAs

Small noncoding RNAs that silence gene expression by binding mRNA.

Also: miRNAs

~22-nt regulatory RNAs that bind partially complementary sites in mRNAs to repress translation or promote mRNA decay. Modulate metabolic, developmental, and disease-related gene programs.

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  • Advanced Nutrition and Human Metabolism, 8th ed. (Gropper) — Glossary

    ~22-nt regulatory RNAs that bind partially complementary sites in mRNAs to repress translation or promote mRNA decay. Modulate metabolic, developmental, and disease-related gene programs.

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