Match each hormone with its structure, function, or the gland that produces it.
-hormone that causes an increase in blood calcium levels
A)Thyroid hormone
B)Insulin
C)Human chorionic gonadotropin
D)Aldosterone
E)Calcitonin
F)Glucagon
G)Cortisol
H)Parathyroid hormone

Question

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Parathyroid hormone (PTH) is responsible for increasing blood calcium levels by stimulating release from bones and reducing calcium excretion in the kidneys.

Answer: E
 Calcitonin is produced by the thyroid gland and acts to decrease blood calcium levels by promoting calcium storage in bones and reducing calcium absorption from the digestive tract.

Answer: A
 Thyroid hormone is produced by the thyroid gland and plays a role in regulating metabolism, growth and development, and body temperature. It does not directly affect blood calcium levels.

Answer: D
 Aldosterone is produced by the adrenal glands and regulates electrolyte balance and blood pressure by promoting reabsorption of sodium in the kidneys. It does not directly affect blood calcium levels.

The other hormones listed (Insulin, Human chorionic gonadotropin, Glucagon, and Cortisol) also do not directly affect blood calcium levels.

Match Each Hormone with Its Structure, Function, or the Gland