Which enzyme complex carries out the process of RNA editing, such as the C-to-U conversion in apolipoprotein B mRNA?
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Correct answer: Deaminase enzymes
RNA editing involves the chemical modification of specific bases after transcription. For example, cytidine deaminase can convert cytosine to uracil, creating a premature stop codon that results in a shorter version of the protein in specific tissues.
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