OBO ID: GO:0006284
Term Name: base-excision repair Search Ontology:
Synonyms:
  • BER
Definition: In base excision repair, an altered base is removed by a DNA glycosylase enzyme, followed by excision of the resulting sugar phosphate. The small gap left in the DNA helix is filled in by the sequential action of DNA polymerase and DNA ligase. 0815316194
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Ontology: GO: Biological Process    QuickGO    AmiGO
PHENOTYPE No data available