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GO: Molecular Function

DNA primase activity

Term ID
GO:0003896
Synonyms
Definition
Catalysis of the synthesis of a short RNA primer on a DNA template, providing a free 3'-OH that can be extended by DNA-directed DNA polymerases. In certain conditions, for example in response to DNA damage, some primases synthesize a DNA primer. (4)
References
Ontology
GO: Molecular Function    QuickGO    AmiGO
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