Question 1

my calcium level is high should i be concerned ?

Accepted Answer

Not really: It depends how high it is. There's two types of calcium tests. The regular Ca2+(calcium) test, checking total calcium in blood which is bound to protein (albumin), and a "free Calcium" test, which shows how much calcium is actually unbound and "free to do its thing." Calcium is one of the most common abnormal studies on blood work.  Unless there's reason to think its super high for a reason, ur ok

Question 2

is it very dangerous to have a high (10.4) calcium level?

Accepted Answer

Maybe: Have your doctor evaluate it.
Your doctor should do tests to see what causes the calcium to be high?  This may be something dangerous (cancer) but most commonly not (usually pth)
second: very high calcium around 12 or more true emergency because the heart can become irritable.
Third, if not severely high and not caused by something serious still causes bone problems over time, or kidney stones.

Question 3

i have been told that my calcium level is too high. is 11.2 high?

Accepted Answer

Yes: 11.2 level of calcium is high but not too high. Still need to find out why.  Most common cause is taking calcium supplements.  Other causes exist e.g. Conditions like hyperparathyroidism among others will be explored by your doc. High calcium need treated to prevent kidney weakness and stones.

Question 4

i have been told that my calcium level is to high at 11.2. what can i do to lower it?

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It depends: It depends on the cause.  Most people with high calcium levels should see their doctor.

Question 5

what can a high calcium level cause?

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Most commonly: Depending on the cause, hi calcium (hypercalcemia) can cause bone fractures, kidney stones, depression, lack of motivation, various other psychological symptoms, and high blood pressure. Sometimes it causes no problems. If you have hypercalcemia, you need to be evaluated by an endocrinologist.

Question 6

what makes high calcium level (11.4)?

Accepted Answer

High Calcium Levels: There are several common causes of hypercalcemia (h). The most common is hyperparathyroidism, (hpt). These patients have a very low phosphorus as well as h. Other causes are tumors metastatic to bone, which liberates calcium. Other causes are thiazide diuretics and disease such as sarcoidosis and tb. Vit d intoxication is another cause. See a physician to see the cause of h in your case, quickly.

Question 7

i have calcium level of 10.3, albumin level of 5.1, is the calcium high? i'm 22

Accepted Answer

No, it's normal.: The level of calcium in the blood moves up and down with albumin, so your calcium is normal.  The albumin level is higher than usual, most likely reflecting mild dehydration.  Have a salty meal and drink water and this should correct.

Question 8

calcium level up 11.1 may 2013. high normal, 10.2 aug 2013. should i still have pth checked?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Pth is a simple blood test that could rule in or out diagnosis of hyperparathyroidism. If high must see an endocrinologist.

Question 9

hi there. i got a call from my g.p to have bloods retaken. my calcium level is extremely high. what does this indicate?

Accepted Answer

Parathyroid: The most common cause of high calcium in the outpt setting is a parathyroid problem/growth. I agree with your doctor though. Before pursuing extensive workup, i would repeat the blood test along with a parathyroid level to make sure it wasn't a lab error.

Question 10

how do you reduce high calcium level in blood?

Accepted Answer

Talk with MD: High calcium levels are ought to be investigated thoroughly. I suggest you talk with an endocrinologist before making any changes in your diet.

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