Easier than a blood test, saliva tests have the potential to detect cavities, infections and even cancer. But a lack of ...

To screen for head and neck cancer (HNC), dentists currently perform a physical examination of the patient's oral cavity. If any suspicious-looking lesions are seen, then a biopsy is taken. However ...

John (Eddie) La Marca receives funding from Cancer Council Victoria. He is affiliated with the Olivia Newton-John Cancer Research Institute and the Walter and Eliza Hall Institute of Medical Research.

In a small but revealing study, scientists discovered that tears strongly mirror blood glucose and saliva may reflect vitamin D status. This could lead to less invasive ways to monitor chronic health.

Most immunodiagnostic protocols and commercially available kits require serum, plasma, or blood samples. Collecting such samples requires the skills of a phlebotomist. For pathogen detection, ...

A recent study provides new insights into the mechanisms of coagulation in persons with haemophilia A, the most common form of haemophilia. The research team was able to show that saliva contains ...

Curious about cortisol and how to test it at home? Live Well With S breaks down the three most common home cortisol tests—blood, saliva, and DUTCH adrenal testing—explaining the pros and cons of each.

Individuals with type 2 diabetes often have a higher incidence of tooth decay, but the underlying mechanisms remain unclear. Recent evidence indicates that hyperglycemia could lead to the overwhelming ...