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PTH or parathyroid hormone is secreted by the parathyroid glands located on the posterior surface of the thyroid gland. PTH is secreted in response to low calcium levels in the blood. It helps in raising the level of calcium in the blood. It is essential to maintain calcium levels in the blood for generating muscle contractions and nerve impulses.
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