The hormone responsible for the regulation of metabolism of calcium and phosphorus is secreted by
A
Thyroid
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B
Parathyroid and thyroid both
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C
Thymus
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D
Pancreas
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Solution
The correct option is B Parathyroid and thyroid both Parathyroid and thyroid hormones regulates the amount of calcium and phosphate in extra cellular fluid. It promotes the absorption of calcium from food in intestine, it accelerates elimination of phosphates in urine.