PTH is secreted in a regulated manner.Which of the following directly increases PTH synthesis,secretion,or both?
A) Elevated 1,25-dihydroxyvitamin D
B) Decreased blood phosphate levels (hypophosphatemia)
C) Decreased blood Ca++ levels (hypocalcemia)
D) Elevated blood K+ levels (hyperkalemia)
E) Elevated Mg++ levels (hypermagnesemia)
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