Parathyroid Gland Flashcards
1
Q
Where is the parathyroid gland located?
A
Usually 4 patches of tissue behind the thyroid gland
Can be found anywhere in the upper body
2
Q
What hormone is produced by the parathyroid gland?
A
Parathyroid hormone (PTH)
3
Q
What does parathyroid hormone do to the body?
A
Regulates calcium levels in the blood
4
Q
How does parathyroid hormone regulate blood calcium level?
A
Increases blood calcium levels by increasing the absorption of calcium from the large intestine
5
Q
What are the menengies?
A
A barrier between the brain and the blood
