Tetracycline antibiotics have a high affinity for which of the following, leading to sequestration in teeth and bones?
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Correct answer: Calcium
Tetracyclines chelate calcium ions. During the period of bone and tooth development, they can be deposited in these tissues, causing permanent discoloration of teeth and potential inhibition of bone growth in children.
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