| Article ID | Journal | Published Year | Pages | File Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4125904 | Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery | 2009 | 5 Pages |
Abstract
Salivary tissue of the tongue base normally resides an average of 3.3 mm from the hyoid within the adult population. Biochemical analysis showed MUC5AC was specific for TGD remnants while MUC7 was specific for salivary tissue. Amylase does not distinguish between the two tissues.
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Authors
Saraiza Abu MD, Efrain A. MD, Leila A. MD,