Saliva biomarkers detect sleep deprivation

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Researchers identified saliva biomarkers indicating sleep loss. A study found molecular differences in saliva after 24 hours without sleep compared to a full night's rest in 20 men. This discovery could lead to a non-invasive test for sleep deprivation, potentially aiding roadside checks and forensic investigations.


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