Serum calcium is involved in the regulation of neuromuscular and enzyme activity, bone metabolism and blood coagulation. Calcium blood levels are controlled by a complex interaction of parathyroid hormone, vitamin D, calcitonin and adrenal cortical steroids. Calcium measurements are useful in the diagnosis of parathyroid disease, some bone disorders and chronic renal disease. A low level of calcium may result in tetany.
A significant deviation from the normal range may require further evaluation by your physician.
Serum calcium
**** Calcium, serum is included in the Comprehensive Metabolic Profile (CMP), also included in Kidney Function Profile and in Chem Panel.***
No fasting required.
Estimated turnaround for results is 3 business days. If confirmation testing is required, the estimated time may be extended.
The Calcium Test is a blood test that measures the level calcium in the bloodstream. This test is used measured to monitor diseases of the bone and kidneys. A significant deviation from the normal range may require further evaluation by your physician.
Serum calcium.
*****Calcium, Serum is included in the Comprehensive Metabolic Profile (CMP)and in the Kidney Function Profile****
Patient should fast for 12 hours preceding collection of specimen; morning specimen preferred. Estimated turnaround for results is 3 business days. If confirmation testing is required, the estimated time may be extended.
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