Abstract

Background: Chronic kidney disease (CKD) indicates a spectrum of pathophysiologic processes associated with abnormal kidney function. CKD is associated with accumulation of metabolic waste products and manifests as increased urea, creatinine, uric acid etc. Some systemic diseases like CKD can also affect contents of salivary secretion. Collection of blood is an invasive procedure causing anxiety and discomfort. Saliva has an advantage over serum because saliva collection is a non-invasive, simple and economic procedure that can be performed by the patient with minimal involvement of medical personnel, when required a repeat test be easily done and is suitable for all age groups.

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