Which statement concerning parathyroid hormone is INCORRECT? A) PTH causes localized dissolution of bone. B) PTH conserves Ca²⁺ by the kidney. C) PTH promotes urinary excretion of PO₄. D) PTH directly stimulates Ca²⁺ absorption from the intestine.

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Parathyroid hormone (PTH) does not directly stimulate calcium absorption from the intestine; instead, it increases the production of active vitamin D (calcitriol), which in turn enhances intestinal calcium absorption.

Which Statement Concerning Parathyroid Hormone Is INCORRECT