Iguana Calcium Absorption Flashcards
1
Q
Iguana Diet
A
- Adequate calcium
- Low phosphorus
2
Q
Light Requirements
Iguana
A
Can do either or
* unfiltered natural sunlight
* full-spectrum UV lighting
3
Q
Calcium Metabolism
Iguana Skin
A
Vitamin D3 is formed
* cholecalciferol
4
Q
Calcium Metabolism
Liver / Kidney
in Iguana
A
Converts cholecalciferol
* becomes biologically active Vitamin D3
5
Q
Calcium Metabolism
Iguana Intestines
A
Vitamin D3 promotes calcium absorption
6
Q
Calcium Metabolism
Iguana Blood
A
Transport calcium
7
Q
Calcium Metabolism
Iguana Bones
A
Stores calcium
8
Q
Calcium Metabolism
Iguana Thyroid Gland
A
Calcium incorporated into bone
* calcitonin (CT) stimulates osteoblasts
9
Q
Calcium Metabolism
Iguana Parathyroid Gland
A
Calcium released from bone into blood
* parathyroid hormone (PTH) stimulates osteoclasts