Eukaryotic RNA processing

Eukaryotic RNA processing is the series of steps that modify newly formed RNA (called pre-mRNA) to become mature and functional. This involves adding a protective cap at one end, attaching a tail of repeated sequences to the other end, and removing non-coding segments called introns through splicing. These modifications help the RNA exit the nucleus, stabilize it, and ensure it accurately directs protein production. Essentially, RNA processing refines raw genetic information into a clean, usable message for making proteins in the cell.