parathyroid gland
epithelial body
The parathyroid gland is an endocrine gland for secretion of parathyroid hormone, usually found as a pair, embedded in the connective tissue capsule on the posterior surface of the thyroid gland. Parathyroid regulates calcium and phosphorous metabolism.
| Tipo | Gland |
| Sistema corporal | Endocrine |
| Estructura principal | endocrine gland |
| Nombre latino | epithelial body |
| FMA ID | 13890 |
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Preguntas frecuentes
What is the parathyroid gland?
The parathyroid gland is an endocrine gland for secretion of parathyroid hormone, usually found as a pair, embedded in the connective tissue capsule on the posterior surface of the thyroid gland. Parathyroid regulates calcium and phosphorous metabolism.
What body system is the parathyroid gland part of?
The parathyroid gland is part of the Endocrine.
What is the Latin name for the parathyroid gland?
The Latin name for the parathyroid gland is epithelial body.
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