Calcitonin, which is also known as thyrocalcitonin, is a protein hormone that, in humans and other mammals, is mainly secreted by the parafollicular cells (C cells) of the thyroid gland. Image Credit: ...

Parathyroid hormone may reduce chronic low back pain in spinal degeneration by strengthening vertebral endplates and suppressing pain-associated nerve ingrowth through a bone-derived guidance ...

Once-daily injections of parathyroid hormone or its amino-terminal fragments increase bone formation and bone mass without causing hypercalcemia, but their effects on fractures are unknown. New ...

Class B G-protein-coupled receptors (GPCRs) are receptors for peptide hormones that include glucagon, parathyroid hormone, and calcitonin. These receptors are involved in a wide spectrum of ...

From the point of view of control mechanics, remodeling exhibits two control loops with negative feedback characteristics: parathyroid-calcitonin-mediated resorption, serving calcium homeostasis; and ...

The Company has a worldwide licensing agreement with GlaxoSmithKline for its parathyroid hormone product candidate currently in Phase 2. In addition, Unigene has a manufacturing license agreement with ...

Background A 54-year-old man presented to the emergency department of his local hospital with a 1-year history of fatigue, weight loss, and constipation. He had abused alcohol for many years, and his ...

Hypoparathyroidism happens when the parathyroid glands don’t make enough parathyroid hormone (PTH). This causes low calcium and high phosphorus levels that need lifelong monitoring. Low calcium can ...

The parathyroid glands consist of four individual pieces that are small and round. They’re attached to the back of the thyroid gland in your neck. These glands are a part of the endocrine system. Your ...

Phase 2 study for treatment of osteoporosis in postmenopausal women expected to commence in Q1 2011; Unigene to receive $4M upfront for development costs and $4M upon completion of Phase 2 patient ...