Meaning Of The Word Antisense

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Antisense Meaning

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What's The Definition Of Antisense?

antisense in British English
of, having, being, or based on a nucleotide sequence that blocks DNA protein synthesis by binding with and inhibiting the action of specific messenger RNA
adjective: (of a drug) acting in an opposite way to RNA
adjective: of or pertaining to a gene that is derived from RNA or complementary DNA, is inserted in reverse orientation into a strand of DNA, and is used in genetic engineering to regulate genetic expression of a trait

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