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Question
Exchange of calcium between bone and extracellular fluid takes place under the influence of certain hormones. What will happen if very less amount of Ca++ is in the extracellular fluid?
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Solution
If a very less amount of Ca++ is in the extracellular fluid then parathyroid hormone (PTFI) acts on bones and stimulates the process of bone resorption (dissolution/demineralisation). PTH also stimulates the reabsorption of Ca2+ by the renal tubules and increases Ca2+ absorption from the digested food.
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