This is a real-world medical entrance exam question, please give the true answer based on the question and selection. Topic name: Endocrinology and breast, Subject name: Anatomy
Hypocalcemia in immediate post - , op period following excision of parathyroid adenoma is due to 
Select and explain. 
A. Hyper calciuria, B. Stress, C. Increased uptake by bones, D. Increased calcitonin
C: Increased uptake by bones
Answer: C: Increased uptake by bones 
Explanation: Hungry Bone syndrome Hypocalcemia in immediate post-op period following excision of parathyroid adenoma is due to increased uptake by bones It is known as hungry bone syndrome Ref: schwaz's principle of surgery 10th edition Pgno :73