Estrogen Can Oppose Some of the Effects of PTH

question 2

Multiple Choice

Estrogen can oppose some of the effects of PTH.This occurs because of the effects of estrogen on:

• A)Intestinal enterocytes.
• B)Osteoclasts.
• C)Osteoblasts.
• D)Chief cells of the parathyroid gland.
• E)Proximal renal tubule cells.

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Definitions:

Adrenocorticotrophic Hormone

A hormone produced by the pituitary gland that stimulates the adrenal glands to release cortisol, involved in stress response and metabolic regulation.

Endocrine System

System of glands that produces many different hormones.

Benzodiazepines

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Anxiety-Reducing

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