CALCITONIN
\kˈalsɪtˌɒnɪn], \kˈalsɪtˌɒnɪn], \k_ˈa_l_s_ɪ_t_ˌɒ_n_ɪ_n]\
Definitions of CALCITONIN
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thyroid hormone that tends to lower the level of calcium in the blood plasma and inhibit resorption of bone
By Princeton University
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thyroid hormone that tends to lower the level of calcium in the blood plasma and inhibit resorption of bone
By DataStellar Co., Ltd
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A peptide hormone that lowers calcium concentration in the blood. In humans, it is released by thyroid cells and acts to decrease the formation and absorptive activity of osteoclasts. Its role in regulating plasma calcium is much greater in children and in certain diseases than in normal adults.
By DataStellar Co., Ltd
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