Bone and Mineral Metabolism

Bone and Mineral Metabolism is the study of how minerals, such as calcium and phosphate, are broken down and absorbed by the body, and how these minerals are stored and used for the formation of new bones. This is an important area of medical research as minerals play a key role in regulating a wide range of physiological processes, including calcium levels that are essential for the healthy functioning of the cardiovascular system. Bone and Mineral Metabolism is also important in the maintenance of healthy teeth, as well as providing our bones with the strength and resilience needed for everyday movement and activities. Deficiencies in minerals can lead to a number of medical conditions such as rickets, osteoporosis, and renal calculi, making it important to understand this area of biochemistry.