Damage or destruction of cells of the parafollicular cells of the thyroid gland would be demonstrated by ________.
A. increased blood glucose levels
B. decreased blood glucose levels
C. decreased blood calcium levels
D. increased blood calcium levels
E. decreased thyroxine levels
Answer: D
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