Which is NOT an effect of parathyroid hormone?
A)Increases the bone-degrading activity of osteoclasts
B)Decreases reabsorption of calcium by the kidneys
C)Promotes vitamin D synthesis,leading to increased intestinal absorption of calcium
D)Increases plasma [Ca²⁺]
E)Decreases reabsorption of phosphate by the kidneys

Question

Which is NOT an effect of parathyroid hormone?
A)Increases the bone-degrading activity of osteoclasts
B)Decreases reabsorption of calcium by the kidneys
C)Promotes vitamin D synthesis,leading to increased intestinal absorption of calcium
D)Increases plasma [Ca²⁺] 
E)Decreases reabsorption of phosphate by the kidneys

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

Parathyroid hormone increases reabsorption of calcium by the kidneys, not decreases it.

Which Is NOT an Effect of Parathyroid Hormone