How Do You Test for Parathyroid Disease?
Your Doctor May Diagnose Parathyroid Disease Using Blood Tests. Imaging Tests Such as Ultrasound, Bone Densitometry, Body Ct and/or Body Mri May Be Used to...
Your doctor may diagnose parathyroid disease using blood tests. Imaging tests such as ultrasound, bone densitometry, body CT and/or body MRI may be used to assess any complications from the disease. Treatment options include surgery, medication, dietary supplements and monitoring.
What blood tests show parathyroid disease?
The PTH test measures the level of parathyroid hormone in the blood. PTH stands for parathyroid hormone. It is a protein hormone released by the parathyroid gland.Must Read
What are the symptoms of parathyroid disease?
Parathyroid Disease Symptoms
- A lump in the neck.
- Difficulty speaking or swallowing.
- Muscle weakness.
- Sudden increase in blood calcium levels (hypercalcemia)
- Fatigue, drowsiness.
- Urinating more than usual, which may cause you to be dehydrated and very thirsty.
- Bone pain and broken bones.
- Kidney stones.
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