Hypocalcemia secondary to low or absent parathormone is the hallmark of __________.

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Hypoparathyroidism is characterized by low or absent levels of parathormone, which leads to decreased calcium levels in the blood. Hypervitaminosis D results in increased calcium levels, while pseudohypoparathyroidism is characterized by resistance to the effects of parathormone. Hypothyroidism may lead to secondary hypocalcemia, but it is not the primary hallmark of the disease.

Hypocalcemia Secondary to Low or Absent Parathormone Is the Hallmark