Osteoporosis is a condition in which the density of bones is decreased so much that the individual is at a higher risk of fractures.The more calcium in the bones,the better the bone density.Which of the following would have the greatest effect on calcium levels in the bones?

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Calcitonin injection would have the greatest effect on increasing calcium levels in the bones because calcitonin helps to lower blood calcium levels by inhibiting osteoclast activity, which breaks down bone, thereby promoting calcium deposition in the bones.

Osteoporosis Is a Condition in Which the Density of Bones