The Source of Calcitriol Hormone: A Journey from Sunlight to the Kidneys
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Calcitriol, the active hormonal form of vitamin D, is essential for regulating calcium levels and bone health, but its production is a complex process involving multiple organs. While often associated with vitamin D, calcitriol itself is a hormone synthesized by the body in a two-stage conversion after the initial production of vitamin D.