Term Name: DNA replication factor C complex
Synonyms: activator 1 complex, RFC complex
Definition: A complex that loads the DNA polymerase processivity factor proliferating cell nuclear antigen (PCNA) onto DNA, thereby permitting processive DNA synthesis catalyzed by DNA polymerase. In eukaryotes the complex consists of five polypeptides.
Ontology: GO: Cellular Component [GO:0005663]    QuickGO    AmiGO

Relationships
is part of: replication fork
is a type of: protein-containing complex
has subtype: cytoplasmic DNA replication factor C complex nuclear DNA replication factor C complex