The parathyroid glands maintain adequate levels of blood calcium. This is accomplished by ________
A) blocking the action of growth hormone
B) activating osteoclasts so that calcium will be released
C) antagonizing the synthesis of calcitonin
D) None of the listed responses is correct.
B
Explanation:
A) The parathyroid gland does not block the action of growth hormone.
C) The parathyroid gland does not antagonize the synthesis of calcitonin.
D) One of the listed responses is correct.
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