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How Does the Body Maintain a Steady Supply of Calcium

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How does the body maintain a steady supply of calcium for its tissues to support functions such as muscle contractions, blood pressure regulation, and the conduction of neural impulses?


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Third Stage

In obstetrics, this refers to the phase after the delivery of the baby, during which the placenta and membranes are expelled.

Placenta

A vital organ in pregnant mammals that connects the developing fetus to the uterine wall, allowing nutrient uptake, waste elimination, and gas exchange via the mother's blood supply.

Menstruation

The monthly shedding of the uterine lining in females, part of the reproductive cycle.

Prenatal Development

The process of growth and development within the womb from conception until birth, involving various stages of physical, cellular, and organ development.

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