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Definition of Hypocalcaemia

1. Noun. Abnormally low level of calcium in the blood; associated with hypoparathyroidism or kidney malfunction or vitamin D deficiency.

Definition of Hypocalcaemia

1. Noun. (medical) (alternative spelling of hypocalcemia) (Low levels of calcium ions in the blood.) ¹

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Medical Definition of Hypocalcaemia

1. Abnormally low calciumconcentration, that can result in muscle cramps, abdominal cramps, spasms, and hyperactive deep tendon reflexes. Low blood calcium can be seen in cases of hypoparathyroidism, low vitamin D intake, pregnancy, osteomalacia and certain kidney diseases. Normal blood calcium should be in the range of 8.5 to 10.5 mg/dl. Compare: hypercalcaemia. Origin: Gr. Haima = blood (11 Jan 1998)

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Literary usage of Hypocalcaemia

Below you will find example usage of this term as found in modern and/or classical literature:

1. The Journal of Comparative Pathology and Therapeutics (1888)
"hypocalcaemia. This condition was encountered in a ewe a few days before parturition. Two days before lambing the ewe was injected with 50 ml. of a 20 per ..."

2. Mineral Tolerance of Animals by National Research Council (U. S.) (2005)
"High potassium appears to induce milk fever or hypocalcaemia by reducing the sensitivity of bone and renal tissue to parathyroid hormone. ..."

3. Fluoride in Drinking Water: A Scientific Review of EPA's Standards by Committee on Fluoride in Drinking Water, National Research Council (2006)
"hypocalcaemia in parental and F, generation rats treated with sodium fluoride. Food Chem. Toxicol. 40(4):551-554. Vieira, AP, R. Hancock, H. Limeback, ..."

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