Parathyroid Hormone (PTH)increases the

question 107

Multiple Choice

Parathyroid hormone (PTH) increases the

• A) breakdown of bone.
• B) reabsorption of calcium.
• C) production of an enzyme that activates vitamin D.
• D) indirectly, helps intestines take up calcium from food.
• E) activities of all of these.

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