Question 7

(Multiple Choice)

PTH is secreted in a regulated manner.Which of the following directly increases PTH synthesis,secretion,or both?


A)Elevated 1,25-dihydroxyvitamin D
B)Decreased blood phosphate levels (hypophosphatemia)
C)Decreased blood Ca++ levels (hypocalcemia)
D)Elevated blood K+ levels (hyperkalemia)
E)Elevated Mg++ levels (hypermagnesemia)

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