The molecular language of RNA 5′ ends: guardians of RNA identity and immunity

TABLE 1.

5′ end of RNAs recognized by antiviral innate immune sensors

RNA 5′ ends RIG-I IFIT1 IFIT5
5′-P ++
5′-PPP/PP ++ ++ ++
m7G (cap 0) ++ ++ +
m7G N1 (cap 1) +
m7G N2 (cap 2)
  • (++) Interaction.

  • (+) Weak interaction.

  • (−) No interaction.

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  1. RNA 30: 327-336