Poly(A)-Binding Proteins

**Definition:** Proteins that bind to the 3' polyadenylated region of MRNA. When complexed with RNA the proteins serve an array of functions such as stabilizing the 3' end of RNA, promoting poly(A) synthesis and stimulating mRNA translation.

**Tree numbers:** - D12.776.157.725.452 - D12.776.664.962.452

**Synonyms:** - Poly A-Binding Proteins - Poly(A)+ mRNA Binding Protein - Poly(A)-Binding Protein - Poly A-Binding Protein