QuickView for antisense RNA (compound)

Name:	RNA, Antisense
Description:	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.
Synonyms:	Anti Sense RNA; RNA, Anti-Sense; Antisense RNA; Anti-Sense RNA