Determine the effect of hypocalcemia on the heart
A) As a result of hypocalcemia, heart contractions are shorter.
B) As a result of hypocalcemia, heart contractions are weaker.
C) As a result of hypocalcemia, the plateau phase of the cardiac muscle cell action potential is lengthened.
D) The heart is not affected by hypocalcemia.
Answer: C
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