RNA, Antisense

**Definition:** RNA molecules which hybridize to complementary sequences in either RNA or DNA altering the function of the latter. Endogenous antisense RNAs function as regulators of gene expression by a variety of mechanisms. Synthetic antisense RNAs are used to effect the functioning of specific genes for investigative or therapeutic purposes.

**Tree numbers:** - D13.150.650 - D13.444.600.150.760 - D13.444.735.150 - D27.720.470.530.600.150.760

**Synonyms:** - Anti-Sense RNA - Antisense RNA