The length of column containing one theoretical plate is referred to as the plate height, H, which has units of length normally in micrometers.

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Glucocorticoids promote osteoclast activity and bone resorption by :

1. Increasing RANKL production 

2. Decreasing formation of OPG

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Estrogen stimulates OPG production

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PTH actions on the kidney:

1.  Inhibits phosphate reabsorption

2.  Stimulates Ca2+ reabsorption

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PTH stimulates renal 1α-hydroxylase.

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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.