Which One of the Following Statements Is TRUE Regarding Parathyroid

question 81

Multiple Choice

Which one of the following statements is TRUE regarding parathyroid hormone (PTH) ?

• A) It stimulates the release of growth hormone.
• B) It is released when blood calcium levels are high.
• C) It has the same function as calcitonin.
• D) It causes the breakdown of bone.
• E) It causes decreased activity of osteoclasts.

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