Which of the following is NOT true of dystrophic calcification ?

Correct answer: D. Serum calcium levels are high

  • A. Occurs in damaged tissue
  • B. Tuberculous lesions
  • C. Atherosclerotic lesions
  • D. Serum calcium levels are high

Explanation

Dystrophic calcification occurs in damaged tissues such as tuberculous lesions and atherosclerotic plaques, usually despite normal serum calcium. Therefore, high serum calcium is not a defining feature and is the false statement.

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