Asked by ahmed aldaghistani on Jul 20, 2024
Verified
Identify the gland that produces calcitonin, T3, and T4: 
A) A
B) B
C) C
D) D
Calcitonin
A hormone produced by the thyroid gland that lowers blood calcium levels by promoting calcium deposit in the bones.
- Recognize and delineate the position and anatomy of principal endocrine organs such as the thyroid, adrenal, and thymus glands.
- Comprehend the functions of various hormones secreted by the endocrine system in the regulation of body processes.
Verified Answer
SG
Stephanie GarciaJul 26, 2024
Final Answer :
B
Explanation :
The gland that produces calcitonin is the thyroid gland, which is represented by choice B in the given code.
Learning Objectives
- Recognize and delineate the position and anatomy of principal endocrine organs such as the thyroid, adrenal, and thymus glands.
- Comprehend the functions of various hormones secreted by the endocrine system in the regulation of body processes.