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    GlossaryCalcitriol (1,25-dihydroxycholecalciferol)

    active form of vitamin D regulating calcium and phosphate levels

    Calcitriol, also known as 1,25-dihydroxyvitamin D3, is the active form of vitamin D in the body. It plays a crucial role in regulating calcium and phosphate levels, promoting healthy bone formation, and supporting immune function. In the context of hair and alopecia, calcitriol can influence hair follicle cycling and may have therapeutic potential in treating certain types of hair loss.

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