Alternative names for calcitonin CT; thyrocalcitonin. What is calcitonin? Calcitonin is a hormone that is produced in humans by the parafollicular cells (commonly known as C-cells) of the thyroid gland. Calcitonin is involved in helping to regulate levels of calcium and phosphate in the blood, opposing the action of parathyroid hormone. This means that it acts to reduce calcium levels in the blood.
Definition of sanctification. 1  1 : an act of sanctifying. 2  2a : the state of being sanctifiedb : the state of growing in divine grace as a result of Christian commitment after baptism or conversion.
An oblate in Christian monasticism (especially Catholic, Orthodox, Anglican and Methodist) is a person who is specifically dedicated to God or to God's service.Currently, oblate has two meanings: They are comparable to the tertiaries associated with the various Orders of friars.  2 Oblate is also used in the official name of some religious institutes as an indication of their sense of dedication.