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Calcitonin is produced by the thyroid and serves to build up or strengthen bones, it activates the oseoblasts, producing a decrease in calcium concentration
PTH or the Parathyroid Hormone is produced by the parathyroid gland and serves to increase calcium concentration by activating the osteoclast, which break down bone.
Source
Introduction to the Human Body
by Gerard Tortora and Bryan Derrickson
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What is the difference between a goiter and nodule of the thyroid?
A goiter is inflammation of the thyroid gland, also known as the thyroid gland becoming enlarged. Meanwhile, a thyroid nodule is a lump in or on the thyroid gland.
What is the difference between adrenal hormones and thyroid hormones?
Adrenal hormones come from you adrenal glands and thyroid hormones come from your thyroids.
What is the difference between a thyroidectomy hemi-thyroidectomy and para-thyroidectomy?
Thyroidectomy is the removal of the thyroid hemithyroidectomy is the removal of one lobe of the thyroid gland parathyroidectomy is the removal of one or more lobes of the parathyroid which is behind the thyroid gland.
What is the difference between a fluid- filled nodule and solid nodule?
A thyroid nodule is a lump in or on the thyroid gland. Nodules can be caused by a simple overgrowth of normal thyroid tissue, fluid-filled cysts, inflammation, or a tumor. When there's an overgrowth of normal thyroid tissues, this is commonly referred to as a thyroid adenoma. Thyroid adenomas sometimes form as a result of degenerated cysts, or fluid-filled cavities, in the thyroid.
What is the difference with thyroid and pregnancy?
A Thyroid is a gland in the neck and a pregnancy means having a baby
Is your left thyroid to be larger than your right?
The normal size of the thyroid gland can vary between individuals, but typically the two lobes are symmetrical in size. Any significant difference in size between the left and right lobes should be evaluated by a healthcare provider to rule out any underlying thyroid conditions.
Is there any relationship between thyroid and itching?
Yes, there can be a relationship between thyroid dysfunction and itching.
Is there a link between thyroid problems and sciatica?
There is no link between thyroid problems and sciatica. There is link between parathyroid problem and sciatica.
What is the difference between the thyroid and cricoid cartilage in the human body?
The thyroid cartilage is larger and located higher in the neck than the cricoid cartilage. The thyroid cartilage is commonly referred to as the "Adam's apple" and is more prominent in males. The cricoid cartilage is smaller and shaped like a signet ring, located just below the thyroid cartilage. Both cartilages play a role in supporting the larynx and vocal cords.
Difference between thyrotoxicosis and hyperthyroidism?
Thyrotoxicosis: A condition resulting from excessive concentrations of thyroid hormones in the body, as in hyperthyroidism. Hyperthyroidism: the overproduction of thyroid hormones by an overactive thyroid.
What is the relationship between IgE antibodies and the thyroid?
The relationship between IgE antibodies or immunoglobulin E and thyroid is that an increased level of these antibodies can lead to Grave's disease. It is believed that the immunoglobulin antibodies actually lead to this thyroid disorder.
What is the relationship between bipolar disorder and thyroid disorder?
The relation between thyroid disorder andbipolar disorder is that there is an increased tendency to develop bipolar disorder in persons having one particular form of thyroid disorder. It has been shown that autoimmune thyroiditis, specifically, is the thyroid dysfunction that is responsible for this.
