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Corrected Calcium

Corrected Calcium for Hypoalbuminemia
Parameter Value
Serum Calcium (mg/dL)
Serum Albumin (g/dL)
Corrected Calcium mg/dL
Interpretation
8.5–10.5 Normal corrected calcium range.
<8.5 Hypocalcemia — Consider IV calcium if symptomatic.
>10.5 Hypercalcemia — Investigate underlying cause; consider IV fluids.
References
  • Formula: Corrected Ca = Measured Ca + 0.8 × (4.0 – Albumin)
  • Payne RB, et al. Interpretation of serum calcium in patients with abnormal serum proteins. BMJ. 1973;4(5893):643-646. PMID 4758544.
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