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a hormone secreted by the thyroid gland which controls the levels of calcium and phosphorous in the blood. calcium - mineral that gives strength to bones and teeth and has an important role in muscle contraction, blood clotting, and nerve function.
출처: www.muschealth.com/health_info/health_atoz/glossar...
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| calcitonin |
a man-made hormone that is also found naturally in people, other mammals, and some types of fish and birds. Like all hormones, calcitonin is a chemical messenger; it helps regulate normal blood calcium levels and reduces progressive bone loss.
출처: www.miacalcin.com/info/glossary.jsp
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| calcitonin |
Another medication available to threat osteoporosis. One of its actions is to help slow bone removal, which should make the bone density improve.
출처: www.osteoporosisflorida.org/Definitions.htm
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