Which of the Following Statements Is Characteristic of Hyperparathyroidism

question 33

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements is characteristic of hyperparathyroidism?

• A)It is characterized by low blood levels of calcium.
• B)It is characterized by high levels of blood phosphorus.
• C)Primary hyperparathyroidism occurs when calcium is abnormally excreted by the kidneys and the parathyroid glands increase their production of parathyroid hormone to maintain adequate blood levels of calcium.
• D)Kidney failure is the most common cause of secondary hyperparathyroidism.

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