Julie was diagnosed with an aggressive tumor of the thyroid. Surgery was performed to remove the thyroid. However, post-operatively, Julie's blood Ca2+ levels began declining to life-threatening levels. This decline is most likely due to
A. accidental removal of the parathyroid glands during surgery.
B. post-traumatic stress disorder.
C. thyroid hormone replacement therapy after the surgery.
D. damage to the anterior pituitary during surgery.
E. improper laboratory handling of blood samples.
Answer: A
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