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[Calcitonin and hypercalcaemia (author's transl)].

G Milhaud, C Calmettes, A Jullienne

    La Semaine Des Hopitaux : Organe Fonde Par L'Association D'Enseignement Medical Des Hopitaux De Paris
    |October 8, 1978
    PubMed
    Summary

    Evaluating circulating calcitonin levels is crucial for diagnosing hypercalcemia. Elevated calcitonin indicates tumors, suggesting its role beyond calcium regulation.

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    Area of Science:

    • Endocrinology
    • Oncology
    • Biochemistry

    Context:

    • Previous research highlighted the significance of parathyroid hormone level estimation.
    • This study focuses on the diagnostic value of calcitonin in hypercalcemia.

    Purpose:

    • To investigate the frequency of elevated calcitonin secretion in hypercalcemia from various causes.
    • To establish calcitonin as a sensitive tumor indicator.

    Summary:

    • Circulating calcitonin levels were evaluated in patients with hypercalcemia of diverse origins.
    • A high frequency of raised calcitonin secretion was observed across different hypercalcemic conditions.
    • These findings suggest calcitonin's role extends beyond calcium homeostasis.

    Impact:

    • Calcitonin emerges as a sensitive biomarker for tumor detection.
    • This research reframes the understanding of calcitonin's physiological and diagnostic significance.

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