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There may be signs of fractures. Blood tests are done to check the levels of serum calcium, serum phosphorus, serum chloride, and serum bicarbonate. A 24-urine test is done to check for increased calcium in the urine. Other tests include: Bone den...
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This test measures the amount of calcium in urine. All cells require calcium for numerous functions. Calcium is especially important in the structure of bones and in neuromuscular activity. A deficiency of calcium in the body fluids causes hyperexcitable nerves and muscles. Excess calcium has the opposite effect. Calcium is also an important component of kidney stones. Urinary calcium levels may therefore help identify causes of kidney stone formation.
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Serum chloride test measures the amount of chloride in serum, the fluid portion of the blood.
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