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Standard XII
Biology
Calcium Homeostasis
Function of t...
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Function of thyrocalcitonin is

A
To reduce the calcium level in blood
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B
To increase the calcium level in blood
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C
Oppose the action of thyroxine
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D
Maturation of gonads
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Solution

The correct option is A To reduce the calcium level in blood
Thyrocalcitonin also known as calcitonin is a polypeptide hormone secreted by the parafollicular or C cells of the thyroid gland. It lowers the levels of calcium and phosphate in the blood and promotes the formation of bone. Thus, the correct answer is option A.

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