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PTH medical abbreviation
PTH means "parathyroid hormone".
Each meaning matched at least two public references (3 in all for PTH), checked October 23, 2026. The table lists them.
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What PTH means
| Meaning | Latin origin | Where used | Checked against |
|---|---|---|---|
| parathyroid hormone | None | Lab orders, Charting |
Example
Sample lab order: "PTH."
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What does PTH mean in medical terms?
PTH means "parathyroid hormone".
Where is PTH used?
PTH shows up in lab orders and charting. Its category here is lab.
Is PTH on the Joint Commission Do Not Use list?
No. PTH is not on the Joint Commission Do Not Use list or the ISMP error-prone list as checked on October 23, 2026.