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DNA to RNA

How to convert DNA to RNA

  1. Paste DNA sequences, as plain text or FASTA.
  2. Choose DNA to RNA to change T to U, or RNA to DNA to change U back to T.
  3. Tick the template strand option if you pasted the template strand; it is reverse complemented first.

Frequently asked questions

Is this the same as transcription?

For the coding strand, yes: the mRNA has the same sequence with U in place of T. If you have the template strand, tick the template option so the result reads 5' to 3' like the mRNA.

Is my sequence uploaded?

No. Everything runs in your browser, so your sequences never leave your device.

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