What is the function of parathyroid hormone (PTH)?
A) It stimulates the kidneys to increase blood pressure.
B) It activates the thirst mechanism and triggers the release of ADH from the pituitary.
C) It stimulates the kidneys to convert vitamin D to calcitriol.
D) It assists in the removal of CO2 from the blood.
Ans: C) It stimulates the kidneys to convert vitamin D to calcitriol.
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