Genetics glossary
What is initiation codon?
initiation codon — The mRNA sequence AUG, which specifies methionine, the first amino acid used in the translation process. (Occasionally GUG, valine, is recognized as an initiation codon).
Genetics glossary
initiation codon — The mRNA sequence AUG, which specifies methionine, the first amino acid used in the translation process. (Occasionally GUG, valine, is recognized as an initiation codon).