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83970 Assay of parathormone

Pathology & Lab

Also known as: parathyroid hormone, PTH assay

Quantitative measurement of parathyroid hormone (parathormone) in serum or plasma using immunoassay methodology.

Clinical Context

Primary test for evaluation of calcium disorders including hypercalcemia, hypocalcemia, and parathyroid disorders. Essential for differentiating primary hyperparathyroidism from other causes.

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Specialties

PathologyEndocrinologyInternal Medicine

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