After surgical removal of the thyroid gland, a patient developed numbness in the extremities. Laboratory analysis shows hypocalcemia. What hormonal agent should be prescribed in this case?

Question

Answer options

Parathyrin
Triiodothyronine
Thyroidin
Calcatonin
Thyroxine

Correct answer

Parathyrin

Explanation

After surgical removal of the thyroid gland, a patient developed numbness in the extremities. Laboratory analysis shows hypocalcemia. What hormonal agent should be prescribed in this case?PTH is damaged.

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