Hypocalcemia — Definition and Treatment
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Calcium levels are regulated by a hormone known as the parathyroid hormone (PTH), which is secreted by the parathyroid gland. If the body fails to maintain the calcium levels within the normal ranges, hypercalcemia or hypocalcemia results. Hypocalcemia is the condition in which the serum calcium levels in the blood are low. The presentation of the patients with hypocalcemia can vary from asymptomatic to life threatening situations.
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Hypocalcemia — Definition and Treatment
Calcium levels are regulated by a hormone known as the parathyroid hormone (PTH), which is secreted by the parathyroid gland. If the body fails to maintain the calcium levels within the normal ranges, hypercalcemia or hypocalcemia results. Hypocalcemia is the condition in which the serum calcium levels in the blood are low. The presentation of the patients with hypocalcemia can vary from asympt...
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