Class III MHC genes encode several different proteins, some with immune functions, include the complement components C4, C2, and factor B, TNF-α and Lymphotoxin-α [TNF- α]. 

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1α-hydroxylase, converts 25-hydroxycholecalciferol to the active form, 1,25-dihydroxycholecalciferol.

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In the intestine,

1,25-dihydroxycholecalciferol induces the synthesis of calbindin D-28 K which promotes Ca2+ absorption.

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1,25-dihydroxycholecalciferol stimulates the reabsorption of calcium & phophate ions from kidney.

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In bone, 

1,25-dihydroxycholecalciferol acts synergistically with PTH to stimulate osteoclast activity and bone resorption.

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The anterior pituitary secretes six peptide hormones: TSH, FSH, LH, GH, prolactin, & ACTH

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Thyrotropin-releasing hormone (TRH) Tripeptide stimulates secretion of TSH by thyrotropes