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Bacterial Ribosome A-site RNA (Helix 44, 16S rRNA) (h44 16S rRNA)

Target
h44 16S rRNA
Molecular classification
RNA, Ribosomal RNA
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Overview

The bacterial ribosome’s A-site RNA—specifically helix 44 within its universally conserved 16S rRNA—is central to accurate decoding during protein synthesis. It forms part of both functional centers for tRNA selection at the aminoacyl site and interfaces with key translational factors that regulate start codon recognition. Its unique structure makes it an attractive target for antibiotics that disrupt prokaryotic but not eukaryotic translation machinery.

Other names
Helix 4416S rRNA A-siteRibosomal A-site RNA
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Mechanism of action

Inhibition of bacterial protein synthesis

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Biological functions

mRNA decodingtRNA selectionTranslation initiationRibosome subunit interaction
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Disease associations

Infection
05

Safety considerations

Potential for off-target effects of antibioticsDevelopment of antibiotic resistance
06

Interacting drugs

Tetracycline

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