Parathyroid Glands
The parathyroid glands are located at the front and base of the neck around the thyroid gland and produce pararthyroid hormone. Parathyroid hormone regulates calcium, phosphorus, and magnesium balance within the blood and bone by maintaining a balance between the mineral levels in the blood and the bone.
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Review Date : 2/13/2002
Reviewed By : A.D.A.M. Medical Illustration Team
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