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A 40-year-old developed pathological fractures and was found to be having low bone density after a Dexa Scan. Laboratory tests show low plasma calcium, elevated PTH levels, and low vitamin D levels. The patient is on a balanced diet. However, the patient's plasma creatinine and urea are elevated markedly. Which of the following is the most likely reason for the hypocalcemia and reduced bone mass?
Excessive urinary excretion of calcium
Impaired secretion of calcitonin
A parathyroid gland tumor generating excessive amounts of PTH
Reduced renal activity of 1 alpha-hydroxylase activity
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