DNA primase activity

I. Literature review

[source]
NameDNA primase activity
IDGO_0003896
collection_id

Molecular function

Alternative ID

GO:0003897, GO:0003898

Description

Catalysis of the synthesis of a short RNA primer on a DNA template, providing a free 3'-OH that can be extended by DNA-directed DNA polymerases. In certain conditions, for example in response to DNA damage, some primases synthesize a DNA primer.

External URL
Genes