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Low Ca^(+) in the body fluid may be the ...

Low `Ca^(+)` in the body fluid may be the cause of

A

Gout

B

Tetany

C

Anemia

D

Angina pectoris

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The correct Answer is:
B

Hyperparathyroidism leads to a deficiency of blood `Ca^(2+)` which causes neurons and muscle fibres to depolarize and produce action potential simultaneously. This leads to twitches, spasms and tetany (maintained contraction) of skeletal muscles.
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