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Shtirlitz [24]
3 years ago
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What do the c cells of a thyroid gland produce

Biology
1 answer:
maw [93]3 years ago
4 0

Calcitonin is a hormone produced by the c cells of the Thyroid gland.

<u>Explanation:</u>

  • The c cells present in the thyroid are otherwise called Parafollicular cells. The primary function of c cells is to secrete Calcitonin (a protein hormone) which has a minor role in calcium regulation.
  • Calcitonin decreases the parathyroid hormone (PTH), by lowering blood calcium level by suppressing osteoclast activity of bones and increases of calcium Which is excreted along with the urine.
  • The C cells are found next to the Thyroid follicles and present in the connective tissue.

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