Parathyroid hormone

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Parathyroid hormone (PTH), also known as parathormone or parathyrin, is a peptide hormone secreted by the parathyroid glands. It plays a critical role in regulating serum calcium and phosphate levels through its actions on bone, kidneys, and the small intestine.

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