Calcitonin works to regulate:
A)calcium levels in the body
B)glucose levels in the body
C)sodium levels in the body
D)the body's metabolic rate

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Calcitonin is a hormone secreted by the thyroid gland that works to regulate calcium levels in the body. It does this by inhibiting the activity of osteoclasts, cells that break down bone and release calcium into the bloodstream. This leads to decreased levels of calcium in the bloodstream, as more calcium is stored in the bones. So, the best choice is A.

Calcitonin Works to Regulate