Saliva

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Contents 1 Introduction 2 Function 3 More General Terms 4 Additional Terms 5 References

Introduction

• Normal daily secretion: 1-2 liters

• Electrolyte content:

• Na+: 10 mmol/L
• K+: 30 mmol/L
• Cl-: 10 mmol/L
• HCO3-: 30 mmol/L

Function

• protective oral cleanser with antibacterial action
• buffer than inhibits demineralization
• lubricant
• transport medium to taste sensors

More General Terms

• extracellular compartment (extracellular space)
• body fluid

Additional Terms

• salivary gland
• xerostomia (asialism, dry mouth)

References

1. Harrison's Principles of Internal Medicine, 14th ed. Fauci et al (eds), McGraw-Hill Inc. NY, 1998, pg 477
2. Geriatrics Review Syllabus, American Geriatrics Society, 5th edition, 2002-2004

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