Which of the following is NOT a parathyroid gland mechanism to maintain adequate levels of blood calcium?
A) inhibition of calcitonin synthesis
B) increased intestinal absorption of calcium ions
C) increased calcium ion reabsorption by the kidneys
D) activation of osteoclasts
A
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A. Increased muscle mass B. Excessive testosterone, known as hypertestosteronemia C. Infertility D. Increased body hair
Since cartilage must be continuously replaced in the body, appositional and interstitial growth of cartilage continues throughout life.
Answer the following statement true (T) or false (F)
Phase I clinical trials do NOT involve ________.
A. testing how rapidly the drug is removed from the body B. testing the most effective administration of the drug C. testing on the target human population D. testing how the drug is metabolized
Frequent mitosis is important to the body for all of these except:
A. production of new muscles cells B. production of new red blood cells C. replacing the stomach lining D. replacing the outer layer of ski