chapter 7 part 7 Flashcards by Sofia Singuay | Brainscape

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low blood levels of calcium

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hypocalcemia

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high blood levels of calcium

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hypercalcemia

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stimulates osteoclasts

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parathyroid hormode

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inhibits osteolasts

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calcitonin

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dietary calcium

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cheese, milk, nuts, leafy greens, fish

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synthesized by the body

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vitamin d

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characterized by a decrease in bone mass with age

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osteoporosis

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