Which of the following statements concerning vitamin D is incorrect?
A) It can be synthesized by the skin on exposure to sunlight.
B) It must be modified by alterations in the liver and kidneys before it is biologically active.
C) It enhances the effect of calcitonin on bone.
D) It increases Ca₂₊ absorption in the intestine.
E) Its deficiency in children results in rickets.
Correct Answer:
Verified
Q114: Which hormone is not entirely antagonistic to
Q115: Which sequence represents the abundance of pancreas
Q116: _ is the only type of glucose
Q117: Stress of any kind causes the release
Q118: _ stimulates _ secretion by means of
Q120: Which statement is incorrect?
A)PTH causes an increase
Q121: Thyroid-stimulating immunoglobulin stimulates both the secretion and
Q122: The "iodide pump" actively transports hormone-bound iodine
Q123: ACTH stimulates the zona fasciculata and zona
Q124: Most of the secreted T₃ is converted
Unlock this Answer For Free Now!
View this answer and more for free by performing one of the following actions
Scan the QR code to install the App and get 2 free unlocks
Unlock quizzes for free by uploading documents