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In vitro capping in Trypanosoma cruzi nuclear extracts specifically labeled the spliced leader RNA and two U-RNAs (U2 and Ux), supporting the role of trans-splicing in supplying 5' caps to mRNAs.
Demonstrates that T. cruzi in vitro capping specifically targets SL-RNA and U-RNAs, supporting the role of trans-splicing in supplying 5' caps to mature mRNAs.
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Remains preclinical only; extends mechanistic support for trans-splicing in T. cruzi mRNA maturation while leaving therapeutic targeting open.
Zwierzynski et al. (1990) studied Trypanosoma cruzi. In vitro capping assay was evaluated on RNA capping specificity. In vitro capping in Trypanosoma cruzi nuclear extracts specifically labeled the spliced leader RNA and two U-RNAs (U2 and Ux), supporting the role of trans-splicing in supplying 5' caps to mRNAs.
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