Which of the following occurs subsequent to administration of parathyroid hormone?

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Administration of parathyroid hormone increases the release of calcium from bones into the blood, and also increases the reabsorption of calcium in the kidneys and the absorption of calcium in the intestines. This results in hypercalcemia (high levels of calcium in the blood). At the same time, parathyroid hormone decreases the reabsorption of phosphorus in the kidneys and the absorption of phosphorus in the intestines, leading to hypophosphatemia (low levels of phosphorus in the blood). Therefore, the correct answer is hypercalcemia and hypophosphatemia (Choice C).

Which of the Following Occurs Subsequent to Administration of Parathyroid