Bone

Skeletal tissue involved in endocrine regulation via hormone production and calcium homeostasis.

Key Functions:

• Secretes osteocalcin affecting insulin sensitivity.
• Regulates calcium and phosphate levels.
• Responds to PTH.

Interacting Systems & Components:

• Parathyroid Gland (regulated by PTH)
• Musculoskeletal System (structural role)
• Insulin (interacts with osteocalcin)