Has cell-free fetal DNA been detected in maternal saliva?

08 August 2019 0 10K Report

Hi all,

I'm trying to investigate whether cell-free fetal DNA has been detected in peripheral maternal tissues other than plasma/serum. Does anyone know of research considering saliva?

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