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Endocrinology: Calcium Regulation Quiz

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What role does the parathyroid hormone (PTH) play in response to low blood calcium levels?

Enhances calcitonin secretion to lower blood calcium

Inhibits the absorption of calcium in the intestines

Stimulates osteoclast activity to release calcium from bone (correct)

Increases osteoblast activity to store more calcium

Which of the following is a consequence of hypercalcemia?

Skeletal muscle problems (correct)

Vitamin D deficiency

Osteoporosis

Rickets

What initial process occurs when UV rays penetrate the skin?

The kidney conserves calcium

Osteoclast activity is stimulated

Vitamin D is converted to its active form

Vitamin D becomes water soluble (correct)

How does the kidney contribute to calcium homeostasis?

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Which gland is responsible for sensing elevated calcium levels in the bloodstream?

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Endocrinology: Calcium Regulation Quiz

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Questions and Answers

What role does the parathyroid hormone (PTH) play in response to low blood calcium levels?

Which of the following is a consequence of hypercalcemia?

What initial process occurs when UV rays penetrate the skin?

How does the kidney contribute to calcium homeostasis?

Which gland is responsible for sensing elevated calcium levels in the bloodstream?

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