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Parathyroid Hormone (PTH)



Definition

  • Peptide hormone secreted by parathyroid gland chief cells that controls ionized calcium levels in blood and body fluids by increasing 1,25-dihydroxyvitamin D3 (by the kidney), mobilizing c...

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