J & K CET Medical J & K - CET Medical Solved Paper-2001

  • question_answer
    Name the hormone associated with the metabolism of phosphorus and calcium?

    A)  glucocorticoids

    B)  mineralocorticoids

    C)  calcitonin                           

    D)  glucagon

    Correct Answer: C

    Solution :

                    Calcitonin a peptide hormone is secreted from para follicular cells or C-cells of the thyroid gland. The primary stimulus for calcitonin secretion is increased plasma calcium ion concentration. This contrasts with PTH secretion which is stimulated by decreased calcium concentration.


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