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jace

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on: Jun 27, 2018
Calcitonin works to regulate:
 
  a. calcium levels in the body
  b. glucose levels in the body
  c. sodium levels in the body
  d. the body's metabolic rate

Question 2

Which of the following is a contrast medium used for x-rays of the digestive system?
 
  a. barium
  b. iron
  c. magnesium
  d. sodium


alexisweber49

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Reply #1 on: Jun 27, 2018
Answer to Question 1

a
Explanation:
a. calcium levels in the body: correct
b. glucose levels in the body: calcitonin works to regulate calcium levels in the body
c. sodium levels in the body: calcitonin works to regulate calcium levels in the body
d. the body's metabolic rate: calcitonin works to regulate calcium levels in the body

Answer to Question 2

a
Explanation:
a. barium: correct
b. iron: is not used as a contrast medium for x-rays
c. magnesium: is not used as a contrast medium for x-rays
d. sodium: is not used as a contrast medium for x-rays


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