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High values
High values of calcium may be caused by:
Hyperparathyroidism .
Cancer, including cancer that has spread to the bones.
Tuberculosis .
Being on bed rest for a long time after a broken bone.
Paget's disease .
Low values
Low values of calcium may be caused by:
A low level of the blood protein albumin (hypoalbuminemia).
Hypoparathyroidism .
High levels of phosphate in the blood, which can be caused by kidney failure , laxative use, and other things.
Malnutrition caused by diseases such as celiac disease , pancreatitis , and alcoholism .
Osteomalacia .
Rickets .
What Affects the Test
Reasons you may not be able to have the test or why the results may not be helpful include:
Taking calcium or vitamin D in any form including milk, antacids, or supplements right before the test.
Taking medicines, such as diuretics . Many medicines can affect calcium levels in the blood.
Having dialysis .
Having a high volume blood transfusion or many blood transfusions in a short period of time.