In most cases, this type of kyphosis can be corrected with physical therapy and exercise, and doesnât require any medical treatment. In the picture below, scoliosis is shown as a sideward abnormal spinal curvature. Kyphosis, on the right side is demonstrated as a hump-like curve in the upper back.
Guide. A parathyroid hormone (PTH) blood test measures the level of parathyroid hormone in the blood. This test is used to help identify hyperparathyroidism, to find the cause of abnormal calcium levels, or to check the status of chronic kidney disease. PTH controls calcium and phosphorus levels in the blood.
TSH stands for âthyroid stimulating hormoneâ and the test measures how much of this hormone is in your blood. TSH is produced by the pituitary gland in your brain. This gland tells your thyroid to make and release the thyroid hormones into your blood. The Test. The TSH test involves simply drawing some blood from your body. The blood will then be analyzed in a lab. It's best to do this in the morning as your TSH levels can fluctuate throughout the day.