The Endocrine System Flashcards by Isobel Wilkins | Brainscape

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What is an active form of Vitamin D that also raises blood calcium levels by increasing absorption of calcium from digestive tract?

A

Calcitriol

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What raises blood calcium levels by increasing bone resorption?

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PTH (parathyroid hormone)

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What does parathyroid hormone (PTH) do?

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increases blood calcium level

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What does calcitonin (CT) do, and where is it secreted from?

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it has the potential to decrease blood calcium level; released from the thyroid gland

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