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Anabolic Gene Transcription

Meaning

Anabolic Gene Transcription is the precise molecular process where genetic information encoded in DNA is copied into messenger RNA (mRNA) specifically for the purpose of synthesizing anabolic, or building, proteins. This process is fundamentally regulated by hormones, such as androgens and growth factors, which bind to cellular receptors and initiate intracellular signaling cascades. The resulting mRNA templates guide the synthesis of structural and enzymatic proteins essential for tissue growth, repair, and maintenance, including skeletal muscle and bone matrix. Efficient anabolic gene transcription is a core component of maintaining positive nitrogen balance and overall metabolic health.