In human body, which one of the following hormones regulates blood calcium and phosphate?
✓ Correct answer: c) Parathyroid hormone
ExplanationParathyroid Hormone (PTH) is crucial for regulating the levels of calcium and phosphate in the blood.It increases blood calcium levels by stimulating the release of calcium from bones, increasing calcium absorption in the intestines, and reducing calcium excretion through the kidneys.It decreases blood phosphate levels by increasing phosphate excretion in the urine through the kidneys.The parathyroid hormone is secreted by the parathyroid glands, which are small glands located behind the thyroid gland.424
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