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Which tissue is involved in calcium regulation?
Which tissue is involved in calcium regulation?
- Liver
- Lung
- Heart
- Bone (correct)
Which hormone is involved in calcium regulation?
Which hormone is involved in calcium regulation?
- Insulin
- Estrogen
- PTH (correct)
- Testosterone
What is the most abundant cation in the body?
What is the most abundant cation in the body?
- Sodium
- Potassium
- Calcium (correct)
- Magnesium
Where is most of the calcium stored in the body?
Where is most of the calcium stored in the body?
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What is the role of serum phosphate in the body?
What is the role of serum phosphate in the body?
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Study Notes
Calcium Regulation
- The tissue involved in calcium regulation is bone tissue.
- The hormone involved in calcium regulation is parathyroid hormone (PTH).
Calcium in the Body
- Calcium is the most abundant cation in the body.
Calcium Storage
- Most of the calcium in the body is stored in the bones.
Phosphate in the Body
- Serum phosphate plays a crucial role in the body, with a delicate balance between calcium and phosphate levels being maintained for proper bodily functions.
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