19.2.5 - Parathyroid Gland
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Practice Questions
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What does the parathyroid hormone (PTH) do?
💡 Hint: Think about its name and function.
Where are the parathyroid glands located?
💡 Hint: Remember their anatomical position.
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What is the primary function of the parathyroid hormone?
💡 Hint: Think about the role of this hormone.
True or False: PTH directly increases calcium absorption from bones.
💡 Hint: Consider how PTH affects bones.
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A patient presents with high levels of PTH but low calcium levels in the blood. Discuss possible causes and implications for their health.
💡 Hint: Consider how the body usually compensates for hormone levels.
Discuss the long-term consequences of untreated hyperparathyroidism on bone health.
💡 Hint: Think about the relationship between calcium levels and bone integrity.
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