Hyposalivation as a potential risk for SARS‐CoV‐2 infection: Inhibitory role of saliva

Human saliva is an inquisitively complex fluid and has an imperative role for prevention and protection from viral infection, particularly through innate immune system, which is a prominent first‐line defense against viral infection (Malamud et al., 2011; Dawes et al., 2015). Despite the clear role...

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Published in:Oral Diseases 2021-04, Vol.27, p.750-751
Main Authors: Farshidfar, Nima, Hamedani, Shahram
Format: Article
Language:English
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Summary:Human saliva is an inquisitively complex fluid and has an imperative role for prevention and protection from viral infection, particularly through innate immune system, which is a prominent first‐line defense against viral infection (Malamud et al., 2011; Dawes et al., 2015). Despite the clear role of saliva in the continuous cleansing of oral cavity, we focus on proteins that illustrate antiviral activity, particularly against corona viruses.
ISSN:1354-523X
1601-0825
DOI:10.1111/odi.13375