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why do we need calcium?

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Cells & bone health: Calcium is an important element for bone strength (preventing osteoporosis and hip fractures) and important for basic cell function (as an electrolyte). Consult with your doctor on how much calcium you might need.

Question 2

is 11.2 calcium high for baby?

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Yes: Yes, 11.2 is a high level of calcium for a baby.  http://tinyurl.com/m7jayop  please talk with your pediatrician about this.

Question 3

why does the body need calcium?

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For a lot of reasons: Calcium plays a vital role in body function. It regulates muscle contraction, nerve conduction and bone health among others.

Question 4

what is the normal calcium range?

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About 9.0-10.5 mg/dL: The normal range for calcium in plasma is about 9.0-10.5 mg/dl.

Question 5

what is a good source of calcium?

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Milk, cheese: Dairy products are obviously great sources of calcium.  So are yogurt and certain vegetables like soy beans, okra, spinach, and broccoli.  If you're looking for a quick, high-quality supplement, try viactiv - tastes like a candy bar and very high in calcium.

Question 6

what's the best source of calcium?

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Calcium supplements: Young males may not need calcium supplements at all. Ask your doctor to do a bone density exam, and check your blood levels to determine need, as  excess can lead to renal,stones and other problems.
Supplements include oyster shell with vit D, 
Ca citrate, or just dairy products like milk, cheese, yogurt, and even Ice cream.  
First determine the need for replacement.

Question 7

does calcium help for height gain?

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Calcium is important: In your diet but it will not allow you to grow taller then heredity dictates.

Question 8

what is the danger of high calcium?

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Multiple causes: High calcium in blood is a marker of something metabolically wrong. It can be anything from dehydration, to parathyroid disorder or some cancers. Therefore persistent hypercalcemia must be thoroughly investigated to determine the cause.

Question 9

how does calcium affect our health?

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Essential: Calcium is a mineral that plays an important role in bone health. Calcium is also needed in proper functioning of the heart (to keep it beating), muscles (to keep them bending), and nerves (to keep them firing). Some people who suffer from kidney failure benefit from taking calcium to maintain strong bones. The amount of calcium supplements required in an individual depends on age and gender.

Question 10

can high calcium be wrongly tested?

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Yes you can: get a falsely high level of calcium due to different conditions, or simple lab error.  If you repeat the test and it still shows high serum calcium, then you need to get more tests to see why.   Dehydration, low magnesium, low albumin, and muscle conditions like rhabdomyolysis can cause higher calcium levels in the blood.  Of course there are serious diseases like Paget's and cancer too.

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