U2 snRNA

U2 small nuclear RNA (snRNA) is a component of the spliceosome, a complex molecular machine in cells that removes non-coding regions (introns) from pre-messenger RNA (pre-mRNA). This process, called splicing, allows the cell to produce mature messenger RNA (mRNA) that accurately encodes proteins. U2 snRNA plays a crucial role by recognizing specific sequences within the introns and helping catalyze the splicing reaction. Its precise function ensures that genes are correctly processed, which is vital for proper cell function and protein production.