Meaning of the word "parathyroid gland" in English
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parathyroid gland
US /ˌpær.əˈθaɪ.rɔɪd ˌɡlænd/
UK /ˌpær.əˈθaɪ.rɔɪd ˌɡlænd/
Noun
1.
a small endocrine gland in the neck that secretes parathyroid hormone and regulates calcium and phosphate levels in the blood
Example:
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The surgeon carefully located the parathyroid gland during the operation.
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Problems with the parathyroid gland can lead to calcium imbalances.
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