double-stranded RNA (dsRNA)
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Introduction
Most RNA is single stranded; however double-stranded forms occur.
Function
- dsRNAs silence cognate genes through RNA interference
Pathology
- TLR3 (CD283) mediates innate immune response to dsRNA of viral origin
More general terms
References
- ↑ Cerutti L., Mian N., Bateman A. Trends Biochem. Sci. 25:481-482(2000)