What Is Nephrocalcinosis

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Multiple Choice

What is nephrocalcinosis?

• A) A condition of calcium deposits within the renal parenchyma.
• B) A renal calculus that fills the entire renal pelvis.
• C) Excretion of calcium ions in the urine.
• D) A severe infection of the renal parenchyma.

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Definitions:

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