Hypocalcemia

{
  "id": "MLC-T-CHM-013175",
  "term": "Hypocalcemia",
  "field": "Chemistry",
  "definition": "A condition defined by an abnormally low concentration of calcium in the blood. It arises from issues such as parathyroid hormone deficiency, vitamin D deficiency, or kidney disease, which disrupt calcium homeostasis. Clinically, it is identified when the total serum calcium level falls below 8.5 milligrams per deciliter (mg/dL).",
  "subject": "Chemistry and Human Health",
  "references": [
    "PAC, 2007, 79, 1153. 'Glossary of terms used in toxicology, 2nd edition (IUPAC Recommendations 2007)' on page 1240 (https://doi.org/10.1351/pac200779071153)"
  ],
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/chemistry/hypocalcemia/"
}