Serum Calcium Test

The Serum Calcium Test at Pamel Laboratories measures the level of calcium in your blood — a vital mineral necessary for strong bones and teeth, nerve transmission, muscle contraction, and blood clotting. This test helps detect and monitor calcium imbalances that may be caused by bone disorders, kidney disease, parathyroid dysfunction, or certain cancers.

It is commonly part of routine health checkups, metabolic panels, or used in hospital and emergency settings.

What the Test Measures:

• Total calcium level in the blood (may include ionized calcium if required)

• Helps assess bone health, parathyroid activity, and electrolyte balance

Purpose of the Test:

• Diagnose and monitor conditions such as:

  • Hypocalcemia (low calcium)

  • Hypercalcemia (high calcium)

  • Parathyroid disorders (e.g., hyperparathyroidism)

  • Vitamin D deficiency

  • Bone diseases (osteoporosis, Paget’s disease)

  • Kidney failure

  • Certain cancers (breast, lung, multiple myeloma)

• Monitor patients on calcium or vitamin D therapy

• Evaluate symptoms like:

  • Muscle cramps

  • Tingling or numbness

  • Fatigue or confusion

  • Frequent fractures

Sample Type: Blood sample (serum)

Turnaround Time: Same day (within a few hours)

Important Notes:

• Low calcium can affect nerves and muscles, and may signal vitamin D or parathyroid issues

• High calcium may be linked to overactive parathyroid glands, bone destruction, or malignancies

• Often interpreted alongside phosphate, magnesium, vitamin D, and PTH levels