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Last Update: 12/28/2023 09:26 PM
Current Deck: Duke Pathoma::01_cells
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What are the serum Ca and P levels in dystrophic calcification? metastatic calcification?
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Dystrophic (e.g. saponification): Ca and P levels are normal. Deposition occurs where there is a nidus, for example dead tissue.
Metastatic (e.g. hyperPTH → nephrocalcinosis): Ca and P levels are high, leading to deposition in normal tissues
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