Test your
Calcium
Looking for an easy way to test and monitor your Calcium?
It's included in the HealthieOne Complete test.
Calcium
Explanation: Calcium is a mineral essential for strong bones and teeth, as well as for muscle function, nerve signaling, blood clotting and heart health. It's the most abundant mineral in the body, with the majority stored in bones and teeth.
Test purpose: A calcium blood test measures calcium levels to assess bone health, kidney function, and metabolic balance. High calcium (hypercalcemia) may indicate excessive secretion of parathyroid hormone (PTH) or possibly excessive intake of vitamin D. Low calcium (hypocalcemia) may suggest vitamin D deficiency, hypoparathyroidism, or malnutrition.
- Assess the risk or presence of bone diseases where calcium metabolism is altered.
- Evaluate parathyroid gland function (which regulates calcium levels).
- Monitor kidney disease, since the kidneys help regulate calcium.
- Check for calcium imbalances due to diet, medications, or medical conditions.
Other information about this test: Mayo, Cleveland Clinic, Mount Sinai, Johns Hopkins, UCSF Health, ARUP Laboratories, MedlinePlus
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