Calcifications of the Basal Ganglia Are Complications Associated with Parkinsonian-Like

question 3

Multiple Choice

Calcifications of the basal ganglia are complications associated with parkinsonian-like movement disorders and calcification of the lens with cataract formation. These complications are most often associated with which of the following conditions?

• A) Parathyroid adenoma
• B) Secondary parathyroid hyperplasia
• C) Tertiary hyperparathyroidism
• D) Parathyroid carcinoma
• E) Hypoparathyroidism

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A type of hemoglobin found in fetuses that has a higher affinity for oxygen than the adult form, facilitating oxygen transfer from the mother to the fetus.

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A type of hemoglobin that is predominant in adults, consisting of two alpha and two beta chains, and responsible for transporting oxygen from the lungs to the rest of the body.

Oxygen Affinity

The tendency of a molecule, such as hemoglobin, to bind with oxygen. A higher affinity means oxygen is more tightly held.