Answered: A rare genetic disorder called receptor…

Human Anatomy & Physiology (11th Edition)

11th Edition

ISBN:9780134580999

Author:Elaine N. Marieb, Katja N. Hoehn

Publisher:Elaine N. Marieb, Katja N. Hoehn

Chapter1: The Human Body: An Orientation

Section: Chapter Questions

Problem 1RQ: The correct sequence of levels forming the structural hierarchy is A. (a) organ, organ system,...

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24. A rare genetic disorder called receptor deficit rickets results in the absence of a working receptor for the active form of Vitamin D in tissues. This lack of receptor results in the "message" of vitamin D being lost.

What impacts on bone formation would you predict from this disorder? (check all that apply)

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fewer materials for building bone would be delivered via the nutrient artery

upregulation of Ca+2 transporters would be limited

Ca+2 absorption would be impacted

bone density would be decreased

chondrocytes would be prevented from creating an alkaline environment

osteoclast activity would be suppressed, limiting remodeling

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