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This is an uncommon but treatable cause of AP. Hypercalcemia must be ruled out initially and again after recovery from AP as calcium levels may be lower during an acute attack of pancreatitis. The most common cause of hypercalcemia is hyperparathyroidism. Many patients may have an elevated level of parathyroid hormone but vitamin D deficiency should be excluded before diagnosing hyperparathyroidism.