Vitamin D is integral to the regulation of calcium and phosphate levels. Put the following steps in the action of vitamin D into the correct sequence. Use all the options
A) Vitamin D is present in the skin or intestine.
B) Vitamin D is concentrated in the liver.
C) Absorption of calcium from the intestine increases.
D) Vitamin D is transported to the kidneys.
E) Calcitriol is produced.
Ans:
A, B, D, E, C
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Vitamin D is either synthesized in the skin by ultraviolet exposure or obtained from the intestines following ingestion. It is then concentrated in the liver and transported to the kidneys
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