Stuff I am not retaining Flashcards
1
Q
Where do we find Calcitonin and what does it do
A
Calcitonin is a hormone secreted by the thyroid which functions to lower blood calcium levels
2
Q
ESR
A
Erythrocyte sedimentation rate
3
Q
Name three functions of cholesterol
A
- Maintain integrity of cell membrane
- Sex hormones
- VitaminD and Calcium metabolism