Describe the kidney and intestinal responses to PTH
What will be an ideal response?
PTH stimulates an increase in the production of the hormone calcitriol by the kidneys. The additional calcitriol stimulates calcium reabsorption by the kidneys. PTH and calcitriol enhance the absorption of calcium ions by the intestines.
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