What is a primary function of the hormone calcitonin?  

A.  initiates stress response
B.  raises blood glucose level
C.  lowers blood glucose level
D.  stimulates bone growth
E.  inhibits loss of calcium from bone


E.  inhibits loss of calcium from bone

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What will be an ideal response?

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