Peripheral Glands
Exophthalmos of Grave’s disease Enlarged thyroid (goiter) from iodine deficiency
Increases Ca2 uptake in intestines Active vitamin D Figure 45.20-2 Increases Ca2 uptake in intestines Active vitamin D Stimulates Ca2 uptake in kidneys PTH Parathyroid gland (behind thyroid) Stimulates Ca2 release from bones Figure 45.20 The roles of parathyroid hormone (PTH) in regulating blood calcium levels in mammals. STIMULUS: Falling blood Ca2 level Blood Ca2 level rises. Homeostasis: Blood Ca2 level (about 10 mg/100 mL)