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Parathyroid Hormone (PTH) with Calcium Test

Your parathyroid glands are two pairs of small, pea-sized glands located in your neck on either side of your thyroid gland. The role of your parathyroid glands is to produce parathyroid hormone (PTH), which is responsible for regulating calcium levels in your body.

The Parathyroid Hormone (PTH) with Calcium Test is a simple way to evaluate your parathyroid function and determine if your body is balancing calcium levels appropriately. With normal parathyroid function, low blood calcium levels cause your parathyroid glands to release parathyroid hormone. This tells your kidneys to begin reabsorbing calcium, rather than filtering it out of your bloodstream and into your urine. Symptoms of parathyroid dysfunction may include fatigue, trouble with memory, anxiety or depression, bone or joint pain, abdominal pain, high blood pressure, and kidney stones.

By evaluating both parathyroid hormone and calcium levels together, this test will allow you and your healthcare provider to pinpoint the cause of any symptoms you are experiencing and determine the best treatment plan.

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WHO SHOULD GET THIS TEST?

The Parathyroid Hormone (PTH) with Calcium Test is useful for any consumer interested in their overall parathyroid health, or experiencing symptoms that may be linked to parathyroid dysfunction.

WHY IS THIS TEST IMPORTANT?

The parathyroid glands are essential for maintaining the balance of calcium in your body. Calcium is critical for the health of your bones and teeth. It is also necessary for functions like muscle contractions (including the heart), nerve signaling function, and blood clotting.

Parathyroid dysfunction may result in symptoms like fatigue, trouble with memory, anxiety or depression, bone or joint pain, abdominal pain, high blood pressure, and kidney stones. Evaluating the balance of parathyroid hormone (PTH) and calcium in your body is the first step determining the cause of your symptoms and working with your healthcare provider to design an appropriate treatment plan.

AM I REQUIRED TO FAST?

No. Fasting is not required prior to this test.

WHAT KIND OF SAMPLE IS REQUIRED?

This test requires a blood sample.

WHAT DO I NEED TO DO TO PREPARE?

No additional preparation is required before taking this test. However, drinking plenty of water prior to any blood draw procedure is recommended.

IS A DOCTOR’S ORDER REQUIRED?

No. We do accept physician’s orders, or we can provide a doctor’s order for this test at no additional cost.

DO I NEED TO MAKE AN APPOINTMENT?

No. You can walk in for same-day testing. We make it easy by offering work-friendly store hours.

HOW LONG WILL IT TAKE TO GET MY RESULTS?

Results are typically available within 1-2 business days after the lab receives your sample.

IF I HAVE QUESTIONS ABOUT MY RESULTS, WHO SHOULD I CONTACT?

We recommend that you share your results with your healthcare provider.

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