Disorders of calcium metabolism

Definition

This refers to disorders in the mechanism by which the body maintains adequate calcium levels. Derangements of this mechanism lead to hypercalcaemia or hypocalcaemia, both of which can have important consequences for health.

Exclusions

• Chondrocalcinosis (FA26.2)
• Hyperparathyroidism (5A51)

Also indexed as

Nearby in Disorders of mineral absorption or transport

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• 5C64.6Disorders of sodium metabolism
• 5C64.7Disorders of chloride metabolism
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