Term Name: | cytoplasmic DNA replication factor C complex |
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Synonyms: | cytoplasmic clamp loader, cytoplasmic RFC |
Definition: | A cytoplasmic complex of two polypeptides that loads the DNA polymerase processivity factor proliferating cell nuclear antigen (PCNA) onto DNA, thereby permitting processive DNA synthesis catalyzed by DNA polymerase. Examples of this component are found in prokaryotic species. |
Ontology: | GO: Cellular Component [GO:0043598] QuickGO AmiGO |