saliva
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Those pathogens can then be transferred to the next creature the insect feeds on when it deposits saliva into that creature’s bloodstream.
From Slate ● Aug. 4, 2026
After two tick bites 50% of people will develop antibodies to alpha-gal, a sugar molecule found in the tick's saliva, van Nunen explains.
From BBC ● Jul. 20, 2026
At least one product on the market estimates the number and size of microplastic particles you carry, using an at-home blood and saliva test.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 17, 2026
Throughout the experiment, researchers collected blood and saliva samples and monitored blood pressure.
From Science Daily ● Jul. 15, 2026
“It’s me giving you another chance,” Ruby corrected, a string of the aforementioned saliva glistening between their lips when she drew back to speak.
From "Strange the Dreamer" by Laini Taylor
Vocabulary lists containing saliva
Human Anatomy and Physiology - Introductory
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Human Anatomy and Physiology - High School
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Nutrition and Digestion - Introductory
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