Pancreatic Cancer Test Saliva from Water

Bacteria in your mouth one day be used as an early test for the diagnosis of pancreatic cancer.In onestudy, found that pancreatic cancer patients had higher levels of certain bacteria in the saliva, which is different from healthy people.

Indeed, the researchers are not sure whether the difference is related to the causes of cancer, but at least these findings indicate a potential for a viable oral tests for pancreatic cancer, said James Farrell, a gastroenterologist at UCLA David Geffen School of Medicine.

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Collection Of Saliva

Introduction
Researchers are increasingly turning to saliva testing because it allows samples to be collected in a
convenient, non-invasive manner, and on a repeated basis. Anyone planning to use saliva testing must be
aware, however, that it is important to follow proper collection and handling procedures in order to insure
that the highest quality data is obtained. We offer the following advice based on our extensive experience
with saliva collection and testing.
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Dry Mouth Syndrome

Dry mouth syndrome

About one in every four Australians has dry mouth syndrome, which is when there is not enough

saliva (spit) in the mouth. A dry mouth is a symptom of an underlying problem, rather than a

disease in itself.

Various factors can cause a persistently dry mouth, including prescription medications, medical

treatments and certain autoimmune diseases such as Sjogren’s syndrome. Treatment includes

products that help to moisten the mouth. Dry mouth syndrome is also called xerostomia.

Symptoms

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