Increased blood calcium levels result in increased
A) secretion of calcitonin.
B) secretion of parathyroid hormone.
C) retention of calcium by the kidneys.
D) osteoclast activity.
E) excitability of neural membranes.

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Increased blood calcium levels trigger the secretion of calcitonin, a hormone produced by the thyroid gland, which helps to lower blood calcium levels by inhibiting osteoclast activity and increasing calcium excretion by the kidneys.

Increased Blood Calcium Levels Result in Increased