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Saliva Ferning Kit

By Rachel Gurevich, About.com

Updated: May 19, 2008

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Definition: A less-than-commonly used method of ovulation prediction, saliva ferning kits require you to examine a sample of your saliva everyday through a magnifier. As ovulation approaches, the saliva exhibits a ferning pattern, much like frost on a cold, winter window.

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