alleryHow does parathyroid hormone act on bones?
AIt stimulates bone resorption
BIt promotes calcium deposition
CIt blocks bone demineralisation
DIt hardens the bone matrix
Answer & Solution
Correct answer: A. It stimulates bone resorption
PTH stimulates dissolution of bone mineral, releasing calcium into the blood.
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