The gland that secretes a hormone that regulates calcium levels by lowering blood calcium is: MCQ with Answer and Explanation

The gland that secretes a hormone that regulates calcium levels by lowering blood calcium is:
A. Thyroid (parafollicular cells)
B. Adrenal cortex
C. Parathyroid
D. Pancreas
Answer: Option A
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
Calcitonin, produced by parafollicular (C) cells of the thyroid gland, lowers blood calcium by inhibiting osteoclast activity and promoting calcium deposition in bones. Parathyroid hormone (PTH) raises calcium. Adrenal cortex secretes corticosteroids, pancreas secretes insulin/glucagon. Calcitonin opposes PTH.

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