A patient's laboratory test results reveal an increase in ionized calcium.The nurse should most suspect increased activity in which of the following organs?
A)Thyroid
B)Parathyroid
C)Pancreas
D)Liver

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The parathyroid gland is responsible for regulating calcium levels in the body, so an increase in ionized calcium would indicate increased activity in the parathyroid gland. The thyroid gland is involved in regulating metabolism, the pancreas is involved in regulating blood sugar, and the liver has many functions, but none of these organs directly control calcium levels.

A Patient's Laboratory Test Results Reveal an Increase in Ionized