RNA, Catalytic

RNA that has catalytic activity. The catalytic RNA sequence folds to form a complex surface that can function as an enzyme in reactions with itself and other molecules. It may function even in the absence of protein. There are numerous examples of RNA species that are acted upon by catalytic RNA, however the scope of this enzyme class is not limited to a particular type of substrate.

Year introduced: 1991

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Tree Number(s): D08.811.797, D13.444.735.790.199

MeSH Unique ID: D016337

Entry Terms:

• Ribozyme
• Ribozymes
• Catalytic RNA

Previous Indexing:

• RNA, Ribosomal (1986-1990)
• RNA Splicing (1986-1990)

All MeSH Categories
Chemicals and Drugs Category
Enzymes and Coenzymes
Enzymes
RNA, Catalytic
Ribonuclease P
RNA, Ribosomal, Self-Splicing

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Chemicals and Drugs Category
Nucleic Acids, Nucleotides, and Nucleosides
Nucleic Acids
RNA
RNA, Untranslated
RNA, Catalytic