Statherin is a protein in humans that is encoded by the STATH gene.[3][4] It prevents the precipitationofcalcium phosphateinsaliva, maintaining a high calcium level in saliva available for remineralisation of tooth enamel and high phosphate levels for buffering.[5]
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