Crystallization of oral fluid components in patients with type 2 diabetes mellitus

Bull Exp Biol Med. 2004 Sep;138(3):305-7. doi: 10.1007/s10517-005-0027-6.

Abstract

Crystal aggregations of oral fluid from normal subjects and patients with type 2 diabetes mellitus were examined. Morphological signs characterizing crystal aggregations of salivary pools from patients with type 2 diabetes mellitus are described and classified.

Publication types

  • Comparative Study

MeSH terms

  • Adult
  • Crystallization
  • Diabetes Mellitus, Type 2 / diagnosis*
  • Female
  • Humans
  • Male
  • Saliva / chemistry*