Phosphorus Homeostasis Flash Cards - Anatomy & Physiology

Question	Answer		Article
The body's source of phosphorus is the diet. What mechanisms enable P absorption across the gut?	Passive Diffusion Vitamin D mediated Active Tranport		Link to Article
Which hormones affect Phosphorus Homeostasis and how?Parathyroid Hormone (PTH)	Mobilises phosphorus from bone, acting to increase plasma concentration of P Increases phosphorus loss in the urine and saliva, acting to decrease plasma concentration So ultimately, PTH acts to remove phosphorus from the body entirely. Calcitriol Increases phosphorus absorbtion from the intestines		Link to Article