OBO ID: GO:0044207
Term Name: translation initiation ternary complex Search Ontology:
Synonyms:
  • Met-tRNA/eIF2.GTP ternary complex
  • translation initiation (ternary) complex
Definition: A ribonucleoprotein complex that contains aminoacylated initiator methionine tRNA, GTP, and initiation factor 2 (either eIF2 in eukaryotes, or IF2 in prokaryotes). In prokaryotes, fMet-tRNA (initiator) is used rather than Met-tRNA (initiator).
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Ontology: GO: Cellular Component    QuickGO    AmiGO
EXPRESSION No data available
PHENOTYPE No data available