alleryWhich protein hormone of the thyroid gland regulates blood calcium?
ATetraiodothyronine
BThyrocalcitonin
CTriiodothyronine
DThyroglobulin
Answer & Solution
Correct answer: B. Thyrocalcitonin
Thyrocalcitonin (TCT) from the thyroid lowers and regulates blood calcium levels.
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