Glossary
- Active Vitamin D Calcitriol
1,25-dihydroxyvitamin D; the enzyme 1-alpha-hydroxylase converts inactive vitamin D (25-hydroxyvitamin D) into active vitamin D (1,25-dihydroxyvitamin D) within the kidney to regulate calcium and phosphorus absorption.
- ADH1Autosomal Dominant Hypocalcemia Type 1
A genetic form of hypoparathyroidism caused by gain-of-function variants in the calcium-sensing receptor gene.1
- Arrhythmia
An irregular heartbeat.
- Basal Ganglia Calcification
Abnormal accumulation of calcium deposits in the brain.1,2
- CASR(gene)
Calcium-sensing receptor gene which encodes the calcium-sensing receptor protein. Activating or gain-of-function variants within this gene are causitive of ADH1.1,3
- CaSR(protein)
Calcium-sensing receptor. A G protein-coupled receptor which is highly expressed in the parathyroid glands and kidney to regulate circulating calcium concentrations by altering parathyroid hormone secretion and urinary calcium excretion, respectively.1,2
- Calcilytics
CaSR negative allosteric modulators designed to increase PTH secretion and decrease renal calcium excretion.4
- Cataracts
The clouding of a normally clear lens in the eye.
- CKDChronic Kidney Disease
Gradual loss of kidney function (inability to filter waste, toxins, and excess fluid).
- Chvostek's Sign
An involuntary twitching of facial muscles, specifically around the mouth, nose, or eye in response to tapping the facial nerve. A positive Chvostek's sign represents hypocalcemia.5
- eGFR
Estimated glomerular filtration rate; a measurement of kidney function.
- Hypercalciuria
Excessive excretion of calcium in the urine.6
- Hyperphosphatemia
High phosphate levels in the blood.7
- Hypocalcemia
Low calcium levels in the blood.8
- Laryngospasm
Sudden and involuntary closure or spasm of vocal cords that obstruct the airway, making it difficult to breathe.1
- Nephrocalcinosis
Deposition of calcium in the kidney.9
- Nephrolithiasis
Formation of hard mineral/calcium crystals in the kidneys, also known as kidney stones.10
- Paresthesia
Sensation of tingling, numbness or "pins and needles".1,10
- Prolonged QT Interval
A heart rhythm disorder where the ventricles take too long to recharge between beats, which can increase the risk of dangerous abnormal heart rhythms.
- PTH
Parathyroid hormone; secreted by the parathyroid gland in response to low calcium levels detected in the blood.11
- Seizure
Abnormal electrical activity in the brain causing changes in consciousness and muscle control.12,13
- Tetany
Involuntary muscle contractions that lead to painful muscle cramps and spasms.1