Calcium Test
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Calcium is an important mineral found in the bones, teeth, and blood. While most of the calcium is found in the bones and teeth a small percent is also found in the blood which is important for the systems to function efficiently. Calcium in blood is found in two forms: bound calcium that is attached to the proteins in the blood and free calcium or ionised calcium that is not attached to the proteins in the blood. Calcium test measures all the calcium (bound and free calcium) in the blood.
Summary Price Of Calcium Test
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The cost of Calcium Test in India varies as per the city in India.
The average price of Calcium Test ranges from ₹100 to ₹250.
The price for the test in the following cities is:
- Chennai: ₹200
- Delhi: ₹180
- Mumbai: ₹240
- Pune: ₹220
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Frequently Asked Questions
The calcium test is done either as a part of general health check-up or in certain medical conditions where abnormal calcium levels are suspected. These may include disorders of bones, parathyroid glands, kidneys, heart or digestive systems.
Calcium test measures all the calcium (bound and free calcium) in the blood.
During a calcium test, a health care professional will take a blood sample from a vein in your arm, using a small needle. After the needle is inserted, a small amount of blood will be collected into a test tube or vial. You may feel a little sting when the needle goes in or out. This usually takes less than five minutes.
Low calcium levels may lead to dry skin, coarse hair, brittle nails, muscle cramps, tingling, and cardiac irregularities. Low calcium levels (hypocalcemia) may occur due to hypoparathyroidism, kidney conditions, malnutrition. pancreatitis, low calcium diet and vitamin D deficiency.
High calcium levels may lead to constipation, abdominal pain, nausea, vomitting, and mental confusion. Abnormal calcium levels may at times even be asymtomatic. High calcium levels (hypercalcemia) may indicate hyperparathyroidism (overactive parathyroid gland), certain cancers, bone disorders like Paget's disease or high vitamin D levels.
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