Primary Hyperparathyroidism: 1)causes an Increased Serum Phosphorus

question 6

Multiple Choice

Primary hyperparathyroidism:
1) causes an increased serum phosphorus.
2) causes an increased serum calcium.
3) is usually discovered in adulthood.
4) is predominantly seen in postmenopausal women.

• A)1, 2, 3, 4
• B)1, 2, 3
• C)1, 3, 4
• D)2, 3, 4

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