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Calcitonin

Definition:

Calcitonin is a hormone secreted by the thyroid gland that helps regulate calcium levels in the body. It inhibits the breakdown of bone tissue and promotes calcium deposition in bones.

Usage:

Medical usage:

Calcitonin is used in the treatment of certain bone diseases, such as osteoporosis and Paget's disease, to help increase bone density and reduce the risk of fractures.

Example sentence: The doctor prescribed calcitonin injections to slow down the progression of her osteoporosis.

Physiological usage:

Calcitonin is a natural hormone produced by the thyroid gland to regulate calcium levels in the body. It works in opposition to parathyroid hormone (PTH) to maintain a balance of calcium in the blood.

Example sentence: High levels of calcitonin help prevent calcium levels in the blood from becoming too high.

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