Which of the following is NOT true of dystrophic calcification ?
Correct answer: B. Serum calcium levels are high
- A. Occurs in damaged tissue
- B. Serum calcium levels are high
- C. Atherosclerotic lesions
- D. Tuberculous lesions
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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