Growth of Bones Is Controlled by a Symphony of Hormones

question 34

Multiple Choice

Growth of bones is controlled by a symphony of hormones. Which hormone is of greatest importance for bone growth during infancy and childhood?

• A) growth hormone
• B) calcitonin
• C) parathyroid hormone
• D) thyroid hormones

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