What Role Does Soil Selenium Content Play in Keshan Disease

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What role does soil selenium content play in Keshan Disease?

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Definitions:

Uvula

A small fleshly extension at the back of the soft palate that hangs above the throat, which plays a role in speech and the regulation of airflow in the oral pharynx.

Salivary Gland

An exocrine gland that produces saliva, which begins the process of digestion and helps in oral hygiene.

Circular Folds

Foldings in the lining of the small intestine that increase its surface area for efficient absorption of nutrients.

Gallbladder

A small, pear-shaped organ located beneath the liver, storing and concentrating bile produced by the liver.