Preferred Term:
nonsense mutation
Definition:
A mutation in which a sense codon (which codes for an amino acid) is converted to the same sequence as a stop codon. This abnormal occurrence causes premature termination of protein translation resulting in the production of truncated proteins which may be non-functional.
Concept Schemes:
NALT Full
Broader Concept:
Entry Terms:
- amber mutation
- opal mutation
- amber nonsense mutation
- opal nonsense mutation
- ochre nonsense mutation
URI:
https://lod.nal.usda.gov/nalt/53832
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