Osteoporosis is defined as a metabolic bone disease “characterized by low bone mass and microarchitectural deterioration of bony tissue leading to enhanced bone fragility and a consequent increase in fracture risk.
Endocrinology and Metabolism
Diagnosis of Multiple Endocrine Neoplasia Syndromes
The multiple endocrine neoplasia (MEN) syndromes are rare autosomal-dominant conditions that predispose affected individuals to benign and malignant tumors of the pituitary, thyroid, parathyroids, adrenals, endocrine pancreas, paraganglia, or nonendocrine organs.
ATP III Classification of LDL, Total, HDL Cholesterol and Triglycerides
ATP III Classification of LDL, Total, HDL Cholesterol and Triglycerides (mg/dL)