Abstract
Breast milk antibodies have been shown to persist in the mouths of neonates for some hours following feeding. The decrease in concentration following a feed probably reflects the flushing action of salivary flow combined with swallowing.
Original language | English |
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Pages (from-to) | 273-6 |
Number of pages | 4 |
Journal | Early Human Development |
Volume | 14 |
Issue number | 3-4 |
DOIs | |
Publication status | Published - 1986 |