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Thyroid/Parathyroid
Hormones of
| Hormone | Location | Target | Action |
|---|---|---|---|
| T4 - Thyroxine | Thyroid - Follicle Cells | NO particular Target | INCREASE General Metabolism |
| Calcitonin | Thyroid - Parafollicle Cells | Skeleton | 1. promotes Calcium Deposition in Bones; 2. INCREASE Osteoblast activity |
| PTH - Parathyroid Hormone | Parathyroid - Principal Cells | Bone | 1. RELEASE Calcium from Bone; 2. INCREASE Blood Calcium, DECREASE Phosphate in Blood; 3. INCREASE Osteoclast activity |