Function of thyrocalcitonin is

To reduce the calcium level in blood

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To increase the calcium level in blood

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Oppose the action of thyroxine

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Maturation of gonads

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Solution

The correct option is A To reduce the calcium level in blood
Thyrocalcitonin also known as calcitonin is a polypeptide hormone secreted by the parafollicular or C cells of the thyroid gland. It lowers the levels of calcium and phosphate in the blood and promotes the formation of bone. Thus, the correct answer is option A.

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