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Using saliva to detect disease holds promise, but it's not perfected yet

Easier than a blood test, saliva tests have the potential to detect cavities, infections and even cancer. But a lack of insurance coverage and other obstacles stand in the way of wider use.

Using saliva to detect disease holds promise, but it's not perfected yet
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Easier than a blood test, saliva tests have the potential to detect cavities, infections and even cancer. But a lack of insurance coverage and other obstacles stand in the way of wider use.

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Originally published at NPR Business

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