Description
The parathyroid glands regulate concentrations of plasma calcium and metabolism of bone, through secretion of PTH. This test is used to measure levels of PTH to help diagnosis parathyroid disease and other diseases that involve calcium homeostasis.
Disease/Condition
Kidney Disease,
Calcium regulation
Location
In-person visit
Specimen
Blood (Venous)
Type
Immunoassay
Analytes Included
- Parathyroid Hormone (PTH)
