Which Is NOT an Effect of Parathyroid Hormone

question 48

Multiple Choice

Which is NOT an effect of parathyroid hormone?

• A) increases the bone-degrading activity of osteoclasts
• B) decreases reabsorption of calcium by the kidneys
• C) promotes vitamin D synthesis, leading to increased intestinal absorption of calcium
• D) increases plasma [Ca²⁺]
• E) decreases reabsorption of phosphate by the kidneys

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