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Parathyroiod physiology Flashcards

1
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What is PTH?

A

Parathyroid Hormone

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2
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PTH regulates what?

A

Blood calcium and phosphorus levels

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What is the feedback loop for PTH?

A
  1. Increase in calcium prevents further PTH secretion
  2. When blood calcium levels are low, PTH secretion increases
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4
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Where is the most common ectopic location for the inferior parathyroid gland?

A

Anterior mediastinum

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5
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What does the thymus gland do?

A

Plays a role in immune function, releases thymosin (hormone necessary for T cell production)

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What gland is seen in adults but is slowly replaced by fat after puberty?

A

Thymus gland

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PTH targets which major organs?

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Bones, kidney, intestines

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Paeds & Superficial (MIDS 227) (12 decks)

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