This test measures the amount of the mineral calcium in the blood. Calcium is present in almost all cells but most of it in the bones and teeth. This test measure only the calcium that is `free´ in the blood.

• To diagnose calcium deficiency (hypocalcaemia) or calcium excess (hypercalcaemia).

• To monitor some illness like kidney disease or parathyroid gland disease.

• To monitor calcium therapy.

• As a regular screening test and part of basic metabolic panel.

• People who show signs of calcium deficiency like muscle cramps, tingling in lips, tongue and fingers.

• Patients diagnosed with kidney disease or parathyroid gland disease to see if it is getting worse.

• To monitor calcium therapy.

• People with malabsorption syndrome or surgery of the bowels which might harm calcium absorption.

• People on multiple dietary supplements and vit D therapy for a long time.

• 8-12 hour fasting is mandatory.

• The Ceruloplasmin Test price varies by city and healthcare provider, starting from ₹750 to ₹1460