OVARIAN CYSTS The term cyst implies a fluid-filled sac. Ovarian cysts refer to follicles that are underdeveloped, not containing or releasing eggs, or not collapsing after ovulation (egg release), therefore leading to their non-functional persistence as a cyst. ...
PARATHYROID HORMONE (PTH) FUNCTION PTH is released from the parathyroid glands, which are tiny, pea-sized endocrine glands (4 or sometimes more) located behind the thyroid gland in the neck. PTH regulates blood calcium and phosphate like a sensor. ...