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Osteoclasts are large, multinucleated cells found in bone tissue. They are responsible for the breakdown and resorption of bone by secreting enzymes and acids that dissolve the mineralized matrix of bone. Osteoclasts are derived from the fusion of monocytes/macrophages and are involved in bone remodeling and repair.
Osteoclasts
Bone resorbing cells are known as osteoclasts. Immature bone cells are referred to as osteoblasts. Mature bone cells are called osteocytes.
The cells primarily responsible for the breakdown of bone are
A cell called an osteoclast accomplishes bone resorption.
The osteoclasts carry out bone resorption. In contrast, the osteoblasts create new bone.
Osteoclast
Bone resorption is promoted by the parathyroid hormone, also called PTH. Bone resorption is the process by which osteoclasts break down bone and release the minerals, resulting in a transfer of calcium from bone fluid to the blood.
Resorption is the process of dissolving bone and returning its minerals to the bloodstream.
Subperiosteal bone resorption of the distal phalanges means that the bone at the ends of the fingers is disappearing. It's typically a sign of hyperparathyroidism.
Resorption
Cells in the bone called osteoclasts.