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Eukaryotic Post-Transcriptional Regulation

15. Central Dogma & Gene Regulation / Eukaryotic Post-Transcriptional Regulation / Problem 1

Under conditions of iron deficiency, what is the potential role of miRNAs in eukaryotic gene regulation?

A

They facilitate the secretion of iron-binding proteins by the cell.

B

They inhibit the synthesis of iron-containing proteins in the cell.

C

They modulate growth rate of the cell in response to iron deficiency.

D

They alter membrane permeability of the cell to iron ions.

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