Question
Biology Question on chemical coordination and integration
A person is having problem with calcium and phosphorus metabolism in his body. Which one of the following glands may not be functioning properly ?
A
Parotid
B
Pancreas
C
Thyroid
D
Parathyroid
Answer
Parathyroid
Explanation
Solution
Parathyroid glands located behind the thyroid gland, produce a hormone called parathormone. This hormone maintains calcium and phosphorus balance in the body. Thus, if a person is having problem with calcium and phosphorus metabolism in the body, this means, his parathyroid glands are not functioning properly.