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Chemical Pathology: Calcium Metabolism Flashcards

1
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What organs responds to a decrease in serum calcium?

A

Parathyroid and kidney

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How does the kidney respond to reduced serum calcium?

A

Releasing 1 alpha hydroxylasse

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3
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PTH stimulates renal wasting of what mineral?

A

Phosphates ///////////////////// akaa Phosphate trashing hormone

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4
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What enzyme activates vitamin D?

A

1 alpha hydroxylase

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Role of vitamin D? (1,25 (OH)2 vit D)

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  • Maintains intestinal Ca2+ absorption
  • Maintains intestinal Pi absorption
  • Bone formation
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