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Urinary System Terms

Question 67633 • Medical Terminology - EL3620 B

The biologically active form of vitamin D that is produced in the kidney and is important in the maintenance of calcium homeostasis and bone health is .

Answer
A
angiotensin
B
antidiuretic hormone (ADH)
C
erythropoietin (EPO)
D
calcitriol

Explanation

The kidney converts vitamin D into calcitriol, its biologically active form. Calcitriol helps regulate calcium absorption and maintain calcium balance and bone health. Angiotensin regulates blood pressure, ADH helps control water balance, and EPO stimulates red blood cell production.

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