Mutant protein
Mutant Protein
A Mutant Protein (pronunciation: myoo-tuhnt proh-teen) is a type of protein that has undergone a change or mutation in its amino acid sequence. This change can occur due to various reasons, including errors in DNA replication, exposure to certain chemicals or radiation, or due to certain genetic disorders.
Etymology
The term "Mutant Protein" is derived from the Latin word "mutare", which means to change, and the Greek word "proteios", meaning primary or holding the first place. The term thus refers to a protein that has undergone a change from its original form.
Related Terms
- Mutation: A change in the DNA sequence that can lead to the production of a mutant protein.
- Protein Synthesis: The process by which proteins are produced in the cells. Errors in this process can lead to the production of mutant proteins.
- Genetic Disorder: A disease caused by abnormalities in an individual's genome. Some genetic disorders can lead to the production of mutant proteins.
- DNA Replication: The process by which DNA is copied. Errors in this process can lead to mutations and the production of mutant proteins.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Mutant protein
- Wikipedia's article - Mutant protein
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