Prenylation, or isoprenylation, or lipidation is the addition of hydrophobic molecules to a protein or chemical compound. It is usually assumed that prenyl groups (3-methyl-but-2-en-1-yl) facilitate attachment to cell membranes, similar to lipid anchor like the GPI anchor, though direct evidence is missing. Prenyl groups have been shown to be impo...
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The covalent addition of prenyl and multiprenyl residues to a macromolecule. ... Synonym: isoprenylation. ... (05 Mar 2000) ...
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The covalent addition of prenyl and multiprenyl residues to a macromolecule.
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The covalent addition of prenyl and multiprenyl residues to a macromolecule.
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Post-translational addition of prenyl groups to a protein. Farnesyl, geranyl or geranyl-geranyl groups may be added. Consequence is usually to promote membrane association.
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Type: Term Pronunciation: pre′nil-ā′shŭn Definitions: 1. The covalent addition of prenyl and multiprenyl residues to a macromolecule.
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