Hypercalciuria is primarily attributable to which alteration?
a. Defective renal calcium reabsorption
b. Intestinal hyperabsorption of dietary calcium
c. Bone demineralization caused by prolonged immobilization
d. Hyperparathyroidism
Answer: b. Intestinal hyperabsorption of dietary calcium
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