Parathormone (Noun)
Meaning
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.
Classification
Nouns denoting body parts.
Examples
- Parathormone is an essential hormone for regulating the levels of calcium and phosphorus in the body.
- Elevated parathormone levels in the blood often indicate parathyroid disorders, which can affect bone health.
- When parathormone binds to its receptors on osteoblasts, it triggers the breakdown of bone tissue, releasing calcium into the bloodstream.
- The primary function of parathormone released by the parathyroid glands is to increase calcium levels in the blood when they drop below a certain threshold.
- Abnormal parathormone production by the parathyroid glands can cause disturbances in calcium and phosphorus homeostasis, leading to an array of metabolic disorders.