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Sam, an older man, has been diagnosed with osteoporosis, and his blood calcium levels are above normal. The pathologiste found cancer cells that were oversecreting ________ causing Sam's symptoms.

A) vitamin D
B) parathyroid hormone
C) calcitonin
D) thyroid hormone
E) growth hormone

Osteoporosis

A condition characterized by weakened bones that are more prone to fracture, often resulting from hormonal changes or deficiency of calcium or vitamin D.

Oversecreting

The condition wherein glands produce and release excessive amounts of hormones or other substances, potentially leading to various health issues.

Cancer Cells

Abnormal cells that divide uncontrollably and can invade nearby tissues or spread to other parts of the body.

  • Comprehend the effect of particular hormones on the regulation of calcium balance and bone metabolism.
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