Which Statement Concerning Plasma Ca++ Regulation Is FALSE

question 239

Multiple Choice

Which statement concerning plasma Ca++ regulation is FALSE?

• A) An increase in plasma PO₄ concentration forces a reduction in plasma Ca²⁺ as a result of the inverse relationship between plasma PO₄ and Ca²⁺ levels.
• B) Hyperparathyroidism is characterized by hypercalcemia and hyperphosphatemia.
• C) PTH enhances the rapid movement of calcium from the bone fluid into the plasma.
• D) Calcitonin decreases plasma Ca²⁺.

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