Which of the Following Does Not Act to Increase the Amount

question 55

Multiple Choice

Which of the following does not act to increase the amount of calcium in the blood?

• A) bones
• B) calcitonin
• C) kidneys
• D) intestines
• E) parathyroid hormone

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