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ptyalo-

Saliva; salivary gland.

Greek ptualon, spittle.

Ptyalin is an enzyme found in saliva that breaks down starch; ptyalism is excessive salivation; ptyalography is an x-ray examination of the salivary ducts. The equivalent form sialo‑ is more common.

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