Q.

Which of the following is not the function of parathormone?

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a

Increasing Ca2+ absorption from the intestine

b

Decreasing blood calcium levels

c

Stimulating bone resorption by promoting the activity of osteoclasts

d

Enhancing reabsorption of Ca2+ by the renal tubules

answer is C.

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Detailed Solution

PTH increases blood calcium levels. It stimulates reabsorption of Ca2+ by the renal tubules. In also stimulates the reabsorption of Ca2+ by the renal tubules. PTH indirectly increases Ca2+ absorption from the intestine by promoting the synthesis of calcitriol (active form of vitamin D). 

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