parathyroid hormone
ریشه و کاربرد
ریشه
The word 'parathyroid' is a combination of 'para-' meaning 'beside' or 'similar to' and 'thyroid', derived from the Greek word 'thyreoeidēs' meaning 'shield-shaped'. 'Hormone' comes from the Greek word 'hormon' meaning 'to set in motion'.
مثال
- Parathyroid hormone plays a crucial role in maintaining calcium homeostasis.
- Low levels of parathyroid hormone can lead to hypocalcemia.
- Hyperparathyroidism is a condition characterized by excessive production of parathyroid hormone.
ترکیبهای رایج
parathyroid hormone levels release of parathyroid hormone parathyroid hormone secretion parathyroid hormone regulation
تعریف انگلیسی
noun
- hormone synthesized and released into the blood stream by the parathyroid glands; regulates phosphorus and calcium in the body and functions in neuromuscular excitation and blood clotting