What Is Hypercalcemia?
Reviewed: Dr. Mera
7. Diagnosis and Discovery
Identifying elevated blood calcium concentrations requires a simple blood test. Maintaining blood calcium levels in a healthy range can difficult for a number of reasons. If hypercalcemia is indicated, diagnostic tests should include examination of the parathyroid glands and measurement of the hormones they produce. Cancers and other medical disorders should also be considered.
Discontinuing certain medications, supplements, and antacids may be necessary to rule out possible causes. Any dehydration should be monitored, and exercise should be increased. Because a hypercalcemia crisis can be a medical emergency, the immediate response to high levels is usually aggressive treatment with intravenous (IV) fluids.
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