Parathyroid Glands
Reference work entry
DOI: https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-540-47648-1_4388
Definition
Consist of usually two pairs of endocrine glands, situated near the thyroid gland in the neck. The parathyroid glands secrete a hormone – parathyroid hormone (PTH) – which acts on the kidneys and bone to regulate calcium in the extracellular fluid.
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