CAAT box

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Food Biotechnology

A conserved DNA sequence found within the promoter region of the protein -encoding genes of many eukaryotic organisms. So-called because of its consensus sequence GGCCAATCT, it occurs around 75 bases prior to the transcription initiation site; and is one of several sites for the recognition and binding of transcription factors . Synonym: CAT box.

UN Food and Agriculture Organization — Glossary of Biotechnology for Food and Agriculture