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Several factors have been suggested to contribute to inadequate bone m
ineralization in infants. Calcium and phosphorus intakes in preterm in
fants are below the intrauterine accretion rates. Calcium retention is
influenced by the types of calcium salts used and by alterations in d
ietary phosphorus, fat and carbohydrates. Dietary intakes of vitamin D
, and modifications in the protein base of infant formula, e.g., soy b
ase vs cow milk base, may impact bone mineralization. The major hormon
al mechanisms involved in the regulation of bone mineralization are pa
rathyroid hormone, calcitonin and vitamin D. From recent animal studie
s, it has been suggested that parathyroid hormone related peptide (PTH
-rp) may also play a role in perinatal calcium homeostasis.