Endocrinology Flashcards
(4 cards)
1
Q
What are the 2 most common causes of hypercalcaemia?
A
Malignancy and primary hyperparathyroidism
2
Q
What is the relationship between PTH and calcium?
A
PTH raises calcium levels. So low calcium, high PTH. High calcium, low PTH.
3
Q
What is the cause of raised Parathyroid hormone related peptide?
A
Lung cancer
4
Q
A