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In which of the following options, hormone is not matching with its source and function?

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Hormone- Glucocorticoids, Source-Adrenal cortex, Function-Produces anti-inflammatory reactions
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Hormone-Vasopressin, Source-Posterior pituitary, Function-Stimulates resorption of water and electrolytes
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Hormone-Parathyroid hormone, Source-thyroid, Function-Decreases the blood Ca2+ level
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Hormone-Melatonin, Source-Pineal gland, Function-Maintains sleep-wake cycle
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Solution

The correct option is C Hormone-Parathyroid hormone, Source-thyroid, Function-Decreases the blood Ca2+ level
Hormone released by the parathyroid gland is parathyroid hormone also called parathormone or parathyrin, this hormone regulates the Ca+2 concentration in the serum by acting upon bone, kidney and intestine.
So, the correct answer is 'Hormone-Parathyroid hormone, Source-thyroid, Function-Decreases the blood Ca+2 level'

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