hypoparathyroidism

(noun)

deficiency of parathyroid hormone

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Examples of hypoparathyroidism in the following topics:

  • Hormonal Control of Blood Calcium Levels

    • Hypoparathyroidism, the underproduction of PTH, results in extremely low levels of blood calcium, which causes impaired muscle function and may result in tetany (severe sustained muscle contraction).