A nurse is reviewing the laboratory results on a school-age child with hypoparathyroidism. Which results are consistent with this condition?

A) Decreased serum phosphorus
B) Decreased serum calcium
C) Increased serum glucose
D) Decreased serum cortisol level

Hypoparathyroidism

A rare condition where the parathyroid glands produce too little parathyroid hormone, leading to low calcium levels in the blood.

Serum Phosphorus

A measurement of the amount of phosphorus in the blood, crucial for bone formation, energy storage, and muscle function.

Serum Calcium

The concentration of calcium in the blood, important for bone health and muscle function, among other physiological processes.