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HTN1


Official Full Name
histatin 1
Organism
Homo sapiens
Gene ID
3346
Background
This gene encodes a member of the histatin family of small, histidine-rich, cationic proteins. They function as antimicrobial peptides and are important components of the innate immune system. Histatins are found in saliva and exhibit antibacterial, antifungal activities and function in wound healing. [provided by RefSeq, Aug 2014]
Synonyms
HIS1; Hst1

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