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The main action of vitamin D is the movement of:
 
  1. calcium and phosphorus.
  2. potassium and sodium.
  3. red and white blood cells.
  4. creatinine and BUN.

Question 2

One of the main functions of vitamin D is to stimulate calcium and sodium reabsorption in which vital organ in the body:
 
  1. Brain
  2. Kidneys
  3. Liver
  4. Colon


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Reply #1 on: Jul 23, 2018
Answer to Question 1

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The main action of this group of sterols is the movement of calcium and phosphorus ions into three main sites: small intestine, kidney, and bones.

Answer to Question 2

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Vitamin D stimulates calcium and sodium reabsorption in the kidney.


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Reply 2 on: Jul 23, 2018
YES! Correct, THANKS for helping me on my review

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