Which chemical, ingested or synthesized by the body, is necessary for calcium absorption from the intestines?

A) Growth hormone
B) Sex hormones
C) Parathyroid hormone
D) Calcitonin
E) Vitamin D

Calcium Absorption

The process by which calcium is taken up from dietary sources and absorbed into the body, critical for bone health and various metabolic functions.

Vitamin D

A fat-soluble vitamin that helps regulate the absorption of calcium and phosphorus, playing a crucial role in bone health.

Intestines

Tubular sections of the digestive system extending from the stomach to the anus, divided into the small and large intestines, responsible for nutrient absorption and waste processing.