Promoter Regions, Genetic

**Definition:** DNA sequences which are recognized (directly or indirectly) and bound by a DNA-dependent RNA polymerase during the initiation of transcription. Highly conserved sequences within the promoter include the Pribnow box in bacteria and the TATA BOX in eukaryotes.

**Tree numbers:** - G02.111.570.080.689.675 - G05.360.080.689.675 - G05.360.340.024.340.137.750.680

**Synonyms:** - Promotor Regions - Promoter Regions