Q) Calcitonin is secreted by
a) Thymus
b) Parathymus
c) Thyroid
d) Parathyroid
Ans: c) Thyroid
Calcitonin(thyrocalcitonin) is secreted by the C(clear) cells or parafollicular cells in the thyroid gland. The hormone lowers blood calcium level.
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