GENERAL HISTOLOGY

BONE

PARTS OF A BONE

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
The function that plays a role in blood calcium homeostasis is
A
protection
B
movement
C
hematopoiesis
D
mineral storage
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -Calcium homeostasis is maintained by actions of hormones that regulate calcium transport in the gut, kidneys, and bone. The 3 primary hormones are parathyroid hormone (PTH) 1, 25-dihydroxyvitamin D-3 (Vitamin D3), and calcitonin.

Detailed explanation-2: -The endocrine system is the control center for regulating blood calcium homeostasis. The parathyroid and thyroid glands contain receptors that respond to levels of calcium in the blood.

There is 1 question to complete.