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An Introduction to Bone and Skeletal Tissue

An Introduction to Bone and Skeletal Tissue

6. Bones & Skeletal Tissue / An Introduction to Bone and Skeletal Tissue / Problem 5

Mineral bone disease is a common problem in patients with chronic kidney disease. Why are the bones affected in people with kidney disease:

ANSWERS OPTIONS

A

It is involved in the regulation of calcium and phosphate homeostasis

B

The kidneys are responsible for the regulation of osteoblast activity

C

The kidneys convert cholecalciferol into calcidiol which is then converted into its active form calcitriol the active form of vit. D

D

A and B only

E

All of the above

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