calcitriol vs. calcitonin
[kal-si-tree-awl, -ol]
/ kælˈsɪ triˌɔl, -ˌɒl /
noun
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Biochemistry. a vitamin D compound, C 27 H 44 O 3 , occurring in humans as a hormone derived from cholesterol, that acts in the regulation and absorption of calcium.
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Pharmacology. a preparation of this compound, used in the treatment of osteoporosis and bone fracture.
[kal-si-toh-nin]
/ ˌkæl sɪˈtoʊ nɪn /
noun
Biochemistry.
