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Specialized bone cells called osteocytes maintain normal blood calcium levels by releasing calcium from bone into the blood and building bone matrix from excess blood calcium. Osteoclasts break down bone mineral hydroxyapatite to release calcium, while osteoblasts build new bone matrix when calcium levels are high. This process allows bones to regulate calcium homeostasis through remodeling and in response to hormones like parathyroid hormone and calcitonin.
- Author
- Clarissa Isuriña
- Language
- EN