OBO ID: GO:0006605
Term Name: protein targeting Search Ontology:
Synonyms:
  • nascent polypeptide association
  • protein sorting along secretory pathway
Definition: The process of targeting specific proteins to particular regions of the cell, typically membrane-bounded subcellular organelles. Usually requires an organelle specific protein sequence motif.
References:
Ontology: GO: Biological Process    QuickGO    AmiGO
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