Iguana Calcium Absorption Flashcards

1
Q

Iguana Diet

A
  • Adequate calcium
  • Low phosphorus
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2
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Light Requirements
Iguana

A

Can do either or
* unfiltered natural sunlight
* full-spectrum UV lighting

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3
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Calcium Metabolism
Iguana Skin

A

Vitamin D3 is formed
* cholecalciferol

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4
Q

Calcium Metabolism
Liver / Kidney
in Iguana

A

Converts cholecalciferol
* becomes biologically active Vitamin D3

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5
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Calcium Metabolism
Iguana Intestines

A

Vitamin D3 promotes calcium absorption

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6
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Calcium Metabolism
Iguana Blood

A

Transport calcium

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7
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Calcium Metabolism
Iguana Bones

A

Stores calcium

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8
Q

Calcium Metabolism
Iguana Thyroid Gland

A

Calcium incorporated into bone
* calcitonin (CT) stimulates osteoblasts

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9
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Calcium Metabolism
Iguana Parathyroid Gland

A

Calcium released from bone into blood
* parathyroid hormone (PTH) stimulates osteoclasts

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