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You might be referring to salivary amylase. Maltase is an enzyme produced by duodenum that breaks down the sugar maltose into glucose. Salivary amylase is an enzyme located in your saliva (there is also pancreatic amylase found in the pancreas). This enzyme breaks down carbohydrates (more specifically starch) which then can be absorbed in the small intestine.
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What is the secretion of salivary glands?
salivary amylase
What type of digestion is done by salivary glands?
salivary glands donot digest salivary amylase converts starch to glucose
What is the name of infra orbital salivary duct?
I think it is the salivary gland.
What are the effectors of the salivary reflex?
The effectors of the salivary reflex are the salivary glands, which produce and release saliva in response to stimuli such as the sight, smell, or taste of food. The parasympathetic nervous system is primarily responsible for stimulating the salivary glands during this reflex.
What is the smallest salivary gland?
It's the sublingual salivary gland.
What salivary gland is the largest?
The largest salivary gland is parotid
Are The salivary glands located near the pancreas?
No. Salivary glands are close to the Pharynx.
Is salivary glands in human in pairs or single?
Humans have paired salivary glands.
What causes decrease in salivary secretion?
Salivary glands secrets saliva in our mouth
What three structures pass through the salivary gland?
The duct of the salivary gland, the facial nerve, and the lingual nerve pass through the salivary gland.
What is the medical term meaning surgical removal of a salivary stone?
A sialolith is the medical term for a salivary stone. Sialolithiasis is the condition of salivary stones.The term for a stone in the salivary gland is Sialolithiasis.SialolithiasisSialolith
Why are salivary gland scans performed?
A salivary gland scan is done to help diagnose the cause of dry mouth. It is a test that is done when Sjogren's syndrome, salivary duct obstruction, asymmetric hypertrophy, or growths such as Warthin's tumors are suspected.
