__________, the hormone produced by the C cells of the thyroid gland, exerts an influence on plasma Ca2+ levels

Fill in the blank(s) with correct word


Calcitonin

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Which of the following is incorrect pertaining to the pelvis during pregnancy?

A) The true (conjugate) distance between the sacral promontory and the posterosuperior aspect of the pubic symphysis increases. B) The hormone, relaxin, relaxes the pelvic ligaments. C) The transverse diameter of the pelvis is increased. D) The amount of pelvic rotation permitted around the sacrum is increased. E) The coccyx is permitted to move more posteriorly.

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The taste cortex is located in the ________ lobe

A. frontal B. parietal C. temporal D. occipital

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Which is not a carpal bone?

A. Scaphoid B. Trapezium C. Trapezoid D. Capitulum E. Hamate

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In order to get energy (ATP) from food molecules in the final stage of respiration, humans require ________.

A. oxygen B. ribose C. carbon dioxide D. sodium

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