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Abnormal parathyroid function in the X-linked hypophosphatemic mouse.

J T Posillico, B Lobaugh, L H Muhlbaier

    Calcified Tissue International
    |July 1, 1985
    PubMed
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    X-linked hypophosphatemic (Hyp) mice exhibit abnormal parathyroid function, with elevated basal parathyroid hormone levels and an attenuated response to hypocalcemic challenges compared to normal mice.

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    Area of Science:

    • Endocrinology
    • Mineral Metabolism
    • Mouse Models

    Background:

    • X-linked hypophosphatemia (Hyp) is a genetic disorder characterized by impaired phosphate reabsorption.
    • Parathyroid hormone (PTH) plays a crucial role in calcium and phosphate homeostasis.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To compare parathyroid function in normal and Hyp mice using a cytochemical bioassay.
    • To investigate the regulation of bioactive parathyroid hormone in response to varying calcium and vitamin D levels.

    Main Methods:

    • Utilized a cytochemical bioassay to measure plasma bioactive parathyroid hormone (PTH).
    • Compared PTH levels in normal and Hyp mice under basal, parathyroidectomized, and dietary calcium/vitamin D-manipulated conditions.

    Main Results:

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    • Hyp mice showed higher basal plasma bioactive PTH levels, indicating hypocalcemia.
    • Both normal and Hyp mice exhibited decreased PTH after parathyroidectomy.
    • Hyp mice displayed a blunted PTH increase in response to low calcium and no significant decrease with calcium loading compared to normals.
    • Bioactive PTH concentration was inversely correlated with plasma calcium in both groups, but Hyp mice showed an attenuated response to severe hypocalcemia.

    Conclusions:

    • Hyp mice demonstrate abnormal parathyroid gland regulation and impaired PTH response to hypocalcemic challenges.
    • The study highlights distinct differences in parathyroid function and calcium homeostasis between normal and Hyp mice.