Calcium Metabolism Disorders
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Disorders in the processing of calcium in the body: its absorption, transport, storage, and utilization. |
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GEN or unspecified; prefer specifics; DF: CALCIUM METAB DIS |
Calcium Metabolism Disorders Categories.
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Calcinosis - Pathologic deposition of calcium salts in tissues. |
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Hypercalcemia - Abnormally high level of calcium in the blood. |
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Hypocalcemia - Reduction of the blood calcium below normal. Manifestations include hyperactive deep tendon reflexes, Chvostek's sign, muscle and abdominal cramps, and carpopedal spasm. (Dorland, 27th ed) |
Calcium Metabolism Disorders Definitions and Terms
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