Calcium is an abundant alkaline earth metal. In the body, it is found as calcium ions (Ca2+), and most of it is deposited in hard tissues such as bones and teeth. But less well known is the role of Ca2+ as a messenger within cells. Here, I provide an overview of this hidden but critical function of Ca2+.
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