Question

question what would happen to the calcium levels after thyroidectomy (removal of the thyroid gland)? answer calcium levels are not affected by thyroidectomy. calcium levels will go up. calcium levels will go down. i dont know yet

Explanation:

The thyroid gland contains parafollicular cells (C - cells) that secrete calcitonin. Calcitonin lowers blood - calcium levels. When the thyroid gland is removed (thyroidectomy), the source of calcitonin is lost. Without calcitonin's calcium - lowering effect, calcium levels in the blood will go up.

Answer:

Calcium levels will go up.