Calcium Flashcards
1
Q
What are the normal adult ranges for Calcium?
A
Total calcium: 9.0-10.5mg/dL
Ionized calcium: 4.5-5.6mg/dL
2
Q
What are the critical values of total calcium?
A
7mg/dL
3
Q
What are the critical values of Ionized calcium?
A
7 mg/dL
4
Q
What is th main reason to monitor a pt’s serum calcium level?
A
Renal failure