low calcium
Insufficient bone mineral
Low calcium describes a deficiency of the mineral calcium in blood, bones, or diet.
The medical term is hypocalcemia.
Low calcium can cause muscle cramps, brittle bones, or other health problems: The blood test showed low calcium levels.
Foods and supplements are often marketed to address low calcium intake.
- hypocalcemiaDeficient serum calcium levels
- blood testDiagnostic fluid analysis
- osteoporosisDisease weakening skeletal structure
- bone densityMineral content per volume
- brittleLiable to shatter
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