Hypocalcemia and Calcium Ionized Measurement Quiz
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What is the term for the condition where calcium levels are lower than normal?

  • Hypocalcaemia
  • Hypocalcemia (correct)
  • Hypercalcemia
  • Calcemia

    • What is the normal range for total calcium levels in the blood?

  • > 9.5 mg/dl
  • > 8.8 mg/dl (correct)
  • < 8.5 mg/dl
  • < 8.8 mg/dl

    • What is the unit of measurement for calcium levels in the blood?

  • mg/dl (correct)
  • mmol/l
  • μmol/l
  • mg/l

    • What type of calcium is also measured in addition to total calcium?

    <p>Ionized calcium</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the significance of measuring ionized calcium?

    <p>It is the active form of calcium in the blood</p> Signup and view all the answers

    A patient's calcium level test result shows a reading of 8.2 mg/dl. What can be inferred from this result?

    <p>The patient has hypocalcemia.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why is it important to measure ionized calcium in addition to total calcium?

    <p>To assess the functionality of calcium in the blood.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary purpose of measuring calcium levels in the blood?

    <p>To monitor parathyroid hormone function.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    A patient's calcium level is 9.5 mg/dl. What can be inferred about this patient's calcium level?

    <p>The patient's calcium level is within the normal range.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the significance of the unit 'mg/dl' in measuring calcium levels?

    <p>It is a standard unit of measurement for electrolyte levels.</p> Signup and view all the answers

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