Intact Parathyroid Hormone (iPTH) Test is a blood test that measures the level of PTH in your blood. PTH is a hormone produced by the parathyroid gland, which is located in the neck, behind the thyroid gland. PTH helps to regulate the levels of calcium and phosphate in your body. The parathyroid gland helps to maintain the balance of calcium in your body, which is important for the proper functioning of your nerves, muscles, and bones.

When the level of calcium in your body is low, the parathyroid gland produces more PTH, which stimulates the release of calcium from the bones into the bloodstream. This helps to raise the level of calcium in your blood to the normal range. On the other hand, when the level of calcium in your body is high, the parathyroid gland produces less PTH, which helps to lower the level of calcium in your blood to the normal range.

The Intact Parathyroid Hormone (iPTH) Test is used to evaluate and diagnose disorders related to the parathyroid gland, such as hyperparathyroidism and hypoparathyroidism. Hyperparathyroidism is a condition in which the parathyroid gland produces too much PTH, which can lead to high levels of calcium in the blood. This can cause symptoms such as bone pain, muscle weakness, and kidney stones. Hypoparathyroidism is a condition in which the parathyroid gland produces too little PTH, which can lead to low levels of calcium in the blood. This can cause symptoms such as muscle cramps, tingling in the hands and feet, and seizures.

The Intact Parathyroid Hormone (iPTH) Test is a simple blood test that can be performed by drawing a blood sample from a vein in your arm. The blood sample is then sent to a lab for analysis. It is recommended that you fast for 8 to 12 hours before the test, as eating can affect the level of calcium in your blood.

At MOHO, we offer the Intact Parathyroid Hormone (iPTH) Test at the lowest cost in Nepal, through the best NPHL-approved labs. Our services also include free sample collection at home and expert consultation with doctors.

Category
Biochemistry

Prerequisite
You don't need any special preparations for this test

Normal Range

<1 month: 7.0-59 pg/mL 

4 weeks-11 months: 8.0-61 pg/mL 

12 months-10 years: 11-59 pg/mL 

11 years-17 years: 15-68 pg/mL 

18 years and older: 15-65 pg/mL

Type of sample to be collected
Blood Sample