Calcitonin and Parathyroid Hormone

question 31

Multiple Choice

Calcitonin and parathyroid hormone

• A)are both secreted by the parathyroid glands.
• B)increase plasma levels of calcium.
• C)decrease plasma levels of calcium.
• D)control plasma levels of calcium.

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Definitions:

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