Calcium

What this laboratory test evaluates

Calcium Test
This test measures the total amount of calcium in the blood, including both bound and free calcium. This essential mineral plays a crucial role in bone health, muscle contraction, nerve function, and heart function. The test is used to evaluate parathyroid function, monitor conditions that affect calcium metabolism such as kidney disease, hyperparathyroidism, and bone diseases. Abnormal levels can indicate a range of issues, from vitamin D deficiency to serious kidney or parathyroid disorders.

What patients is this test right for?This test may be recommended for individuals showing symptoms of low or high calcium levels, or those with conditions affecting bone metabolism, heart health, or kidney function.

What type of sample is required for this test?1 mL serum.
Sodium heparin (green-top) tube • Lithium heparin (green-top) tube.

Test ResourcesFor more information, please consult your healthcare provider.

Additional test information

Calcium Test – this test measures the total amount of calcium in the blood, including both bound and free calcium. This essential mineral plays a crucial role in bone health, muscle contraction, nerve function, and heart function. The test is used to evaluate parathyroid function, monitor conditions that affect calcium metabolism such as kidney disease, hyperparathyroidism, and bone diseases. Abnormal levels can indicate a range of issues, from vitamin D deficiency to serious kidney or parathyroid disorders.

Collection and processing

• Sample type: Serum
• Fasting: No
• Estimated laboratory processing: Results should be available in 2 – 5 business days after the sample is collected

How Sunridge uses laboratory information

Sunridge considers the medical question, symptoms, history, medications, prior results, and whether the finding could change care before recommending testing. A laboratory result is not interpreted in isolation and does not establish a diagnosis by itself.

Before requesting this test

Availability, collection requirements, eligibility, and processing estimates can change. Sunridge reviews each request and, when appropriate, creates the order through Fullscript. Follow the current instructions supplied with the approved order.