ptyalo-, ptyal-, ptya-, pty- +
(Greek: spittle, salivia; salivary gland)
ptyalogenous
Caused by the action of saliva.
ptyalography, ptyalograph
Radiographic demonstration of the salivary ducts by means of the injection of substances opaque to x-radiation.
ptyalolith
A salivary calculus.
ptyalolithiasis
The formation or presence of a salivary calculus (concretion formed in any part of the body).
ptyalolithotomy
Incision of a salivary gland or duct for the removal of a calculus.
ptyaloreaction
Any reaction that results from saliva whether chemical, biological, or whatever.
ptyalorrhea
The excessive secretion of saliva.
ptyalose
A sugar found in saliva, identical with maltose.
ptyalosis
The excessive secretion of saliva.
ptyocrinous
1. Elaborating secretion in the form of granules which are eventually extruded; said of unicellular glands, as goblet cells, which secrete in this way.
2. Of or relating to secretion of a glandular product in the form of globules or granules rather than as a homogeneous fluid.
ptysis (s), ptyses (pl)
The act of spitting.
ptysma
Another term for saliva.
ptysmagogue
Spittle, expectoration.
Other related saliva and/or spittle units:
salivo-;
sialo-;
sput-.
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