NCIt definition : Dentin matrix acidic phosphoprotein 1 (513 aa, 56 kDa) is encoded by the human DMP1
gene. This protein plays a role in the activation of osteoblast-specific genes and
the nucleation of hydroxyapatite.;
NCIt note : Dentin matrix acidic phosphoprotein 1 may have therapeutic use as an anti-angiogenic
agent. (Blood, 2010; DOI: 10.1182/blood-2010-08-298810.);