Which of the following hormones is currently thought to decrease plasma calcium levels in pregnant women and children? A) Calcitonin B) Thyroid Hormones C) Parathyroid Hormone (PTH) D) Calcitriol
Biology · High School · Tue Nov 03 2020
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The hormone currently thought to decrease plasma calcium levels in pregnant women and children is: Option A) Calcitonin is correct.
Calcitonin is a hormone secreted by the thyroid gland that plays a role in regulating calcium levels in the body. It helps to decrease plasma calcium levels by inhibiting the breakdown of bone and reducing the release of calcium from bones into the bloodstream. This action helps to maintain a stable level of calcium in the blood, especially during periods of rapid bone growth in children and during pregnancy when the demand for calcium is higher.