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The Secret in Saliva: A New Era in Diagnostics

The Secret in Saliva: A New Era in Diagnostics

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Medical Reference

ISBN10: 6208449154
ISBN13: 9786208449155
Publisher: LAP Lambert Academic Publishing
Published: Jun 15 2025
Pages: 116
Weight: 0.36
Height: 0.28 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
Saliva has gained significant attention as a diagnostic fluid due to its unique properties and advantages. Early diagnosis of diseases such as ovarian cancer and type 2 diabetes greatly improves patient outcomes, yet many conditions go undetected until advanced stages. Traditionally, diagnostic biomarkers-molecular indicators like DNA, RNA, and proteins-have been detected through blood and other invasive fluids. However, saliva offers a non-invasive, easily accessible, and cost-effective alternative that reflects both systemic and local physiological states.Saliva is secreted by major glands-parotid, submandibular, and sublingual-and minor glands scattered throughout the oral mucosa. It is composed of 99% water, along with various organic and inorganic substances, including electrolytes, enzymes, mucins, antimicrobial agents, growth factors, and hormones. These components contribute to a wide range of biological functions such as digestion, taste, lubrication, tissue protection, and microbial defense.

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