Which of the Following Statements About Parathyroid Hormone (PTH)is NOT

question 34

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements about parathyroid hormone (PTH) is NOT correct?

• A)Parathyroid hormone promotes the release of calcium from bones.
• B)When blood calcium levels are low,PTH secretion is stimulated.
• C)PTH decreases the activity of osteoclasts.
• D)PTH promotes the reabsorption of calcium by the kidneys.
• E)PTH has the opposite effect of calcitonin.

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