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SSC CHSL 2020 PYQ — Question 43

SSC CHSL - 13th October 2020 - Shift 2 • General Awareness • Q43

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How many parathyroid glands are present on the backside of the thyroid gland in humans?

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Correct answer: D

Explanation

The correct answer is option 4 i.e Four

  • Parathyroid glands are small endocrine glands in the neck of humans and other tetrapods.
  • Humans usually have four parathyroid glands, located on the back of the thyroid gland in variable locations.
  • The parathyroid gland produces and secretes parathyroid hormone in response to low blood calcium, which plays a key role in regulating the amount of calcium in the blood and within the bones.