Hypercalciuria Is Primarily Attributable to Which Alteration

question 19

Multiple Choice

Hypercalciuria is primarily attributable to which alteration?

• A)Defective renal calcium reabsorption
• B)Intestinal hyperabsorption of dietary calcium
• C)Bone demineralization caused by prolonged immobilization
• D)Hyperparathyroidism

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