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Chromosomal Proteins, Non-Histone

Medical Definition:	Nucleoproteins which in contrast to histones are acid insoluble. They are involved in chromosomal functions; e.g. they bind selectively to DNA, stimulate transcription resulting in tissue-specific RNA synthesis and undergo specific changes in response to various hormones or phytomitogens.
Guide Notes:	/biosyn /drug eff /physiol permitted
Also Called:	Non-Histone Chromosomal Phosphoproteins,PS1 Protein
Previously Indexed:	Chromosomes (1966-1976),Nucleoproteins (1966-1976)

Chromosomal Proteins, Non-Histone Categories.

High Mobility Group Proteins - A family of low-molecular weight, non-histone proteins found in chromatin.

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