BIOMOLECULES AND ENZYMES

BIOLOGY

VITAMINS

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
What is the deficiency disease for calcium called?
A
Anemia
B
Rickets
C
Osteoporosis
D
Scurvy
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -Osteoporosis is more likely to occur in people who have: Low calcium intake. A lifelong lack of calcium plays a role in the development of osteoporosis. Low calcium intake contributes to diminished bone density, early bone loss and an increased risk of fractures.

Detailed explanation-2: -Hypocalcemia is a treatable condition that happens when the levels of calcium in your blood are too low. Many different health conditions can cause hypocalcemia, and it’s often caused by abnormal levels of parathyroid hormone (PTH) or vitamin D in your body.

Detailed explanation-3: -Causes of Osteoporosis Bone Loss: Asthma, Arthritis, Diabetes, Celiac Disease, Hyperthyroidism, Lupus, Multiple Sclerosis.

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