Differential Associations for Salivary Sodium, Potassium, Calcium, and Phosphate Levels with Carotid Intima Media Thickness, Heart Rate, and Arterial Stiffness
Salivary biomarkers may offer a noninvasive and easy sampling alternative in cardiovascular risk evaluation. The aim of the present study was to establish associations of salivary potassium, sodium, calcium, and phosphate levels with the cardiovascular phenotype determined by carotid ultrasound and...
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Format: | Article |
Language: | English |
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Hindawi Limited
2018-01-01
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Series: | Disease Markers |
Online Access: | http://dx.doi.org/10.1155/2018/3152146 |