Intro to Pharmacology
Osteogenesis is the process of bone formation, crucial for growth, repair, and maintenance of the skeletal system. It involves the differentiation of mesenchymal stem cells into osteoblasts, which produce bone matrix and initiate mineralization. Understanding this process is essential for recognizing how various drugs can influence bone metabolism and calcium levels in the body.
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