CALCIUM

A Serum Calcium test, also known as a calcium blood test, measures the calcium level in the blood. Serum calcium levels are vital for various bodily functions, including maintaining strong bones and teeth, regulating muscle contractions (including the heart), transmitting nerve signals, and ensuring effective blood clotting. It is often done as part of routine health checkups.

Interpreting Serum Calcium results

Interpretations

Normal range: 8.5 to 10.5 mg/dL (2.2 to 2.7 mmol/L approx.)

Hypocalcemia: Below 8.5 mg/dL (Below 2.2 mmol/L approx.)

Hypercalcemia: Above 10.5 mg/dL (Above 2.7 mmol/L approx.)

Calcium concentration in the body is maintained within a narrow normal range between 8.5mg/dL and 10.5mg/dL.

Hypocalcemia or low blood calcium is indicated if calcium concentration lies below the normal range.

Hypercalcemia or high blood calcium is indicated if calcium concentration lies above the normal range.