Which of the following statements best illustrates the diagnostic criteria for primary hyperparathyroidism?
A) No serum PTH detected and no serum calcium detected
B) Detectable amounts of serum PTH concomitant with elevated total serum calcium
C) Elevated total serum calcium only
D) A normal level of serum PTH and serum calcium

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Primary hyperparathyroidism is characterized by elevated levels of parathyroid hormone (PTH) in the presence of high calcium levels in the blood. This condition indicates that the parathyroid glands are producing too much PTH, which in turn causes the calcium levels to rise.

Which of the Following Statements Best Illustrates the Diagnostic Criteria