In addition, mucus-secreting glands, much like those in the nose ... In mixing with the secretions, shed skin produces a waxy ...

Recent research has focused on understanding the chemical composition of these secretions, their biological activities, and the morphology of the glands that produce them. This body of work ...

Salivary glands can be classified as serous, mucous or seromucous (mixed). In serous secretions, the main type of protein secreted is alpha-amylase, an enzyme that breaks down starch into maltose and ...

Action of glands is inhibited - decrease in production of secretions Parasympathetic (rest and digest) Action of glands is stimulated - increase in production of secretions ...

Background: The aim of this prospective study is to investigate the long-term effects of chemotherapy on the oral health of children with a primary focus on salivary gland function. Methods ...