Evaluation of Salivary Albumin in Type II Diabetes Mellitus
Journal Title: International Journal of Contemporary Medical Research - Year 2017, Vol 4, Issue 6
Abstract
Introduction: Type II Diabetes mellitus is an endocrine disease characterized by a short fall in the production of insulin with consequent alteration of process of assimilation, metabolism and balance of blood glucose concentration. Albumin is the most osmotically active and abundant serum protein. It is regarded as a serum ultra-filtrate to the oral cavity and it may diffuse into the mucosal secretions due to disturbances in mucosal integrity. Hence, presence of albumin in saliva can be used to diagnose type II diabetes mellitus. Study aimed to assess if salivary albumin levels can be used as a potential marker in Type II diabetes mellitus. Material and Methods: Study comprised of 15 cases of type II diabetes mellitus patients and 15 healthy individuals as controls inclusive of both the genders. The salivary albumin levels were estimated by bromocresol green dye method. Results: Higher mean salivary albumin levels was observed in Type II DM when compared to controls. The mean difference was found to be statistically significant. Conclusion: Salivary albumin levels can be used as one of the potential markers in type II diabetes mellitus.
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Reena CS, Indira AP, Maria Priscilla David
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