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What is the function of calcitonin?

A

it increaes calcium level in blood.

B

It decreases calcium level in blood

C

It stimulates steroid synthesi.

D

In increases absorption of water in kidney tubules.

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B
Calcitonin is a hormone secreted by the thyroid gland. It lowers the calcium level in the blood by suppressing the release of calcium ions from the bones.
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