The Lab Test Showed That the Patient's Calcium Levels Were

question 64

Multiple Choice

The lab test showed that the patient's calcium levels were low. This patient has:

• A) hyperthyroidism.
• B) hypokalemia.
• C) hyperglycemia.
• D) hypocalcemia.

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Definitions:

Cellular Respiration

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Photosynthesis

The process by which green plants, algae, and some bacteria transform light energy into chemical energy stored in glucose, using carbon dioxide and releasing oxygen.

Own DNA

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