Multiple Choice
Which statement is characteristic of hyperparathyroidism?
A) It is characterized by low blood levels of calcium.
B) It is characterized by high levels of blood phosphorus.
C) Primary hyperparathyroidism occurs when calcium is abnormally excreted by the kidneys and the parathyroid glands increase their production of parathyroid hormone to maintain adequate blood levels of calcium.
D) Kidney failure is the most common cause of secondary hyperparathyroidism.
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