Adjusted Calcium Calculator

Adjusted Calcium Calculator calculator can be used to calculate adjusted calcium levels based on total calcium, albumin, and age. This is useful in clinical settings to account for variations in albumin levels that can affect total calcium measurements.

Input Parameters

Calculation Results

Calculation Formula

Adjusted Calcium = (Total Calcium × 0.8) + (Albumin × 0.2 × 2.5) / (1 + (Albumin × 2.5 / 1))

Where:
Total Calcium: Total calcium level in blood
Albumin: Albumin level in blood
Age: Age of the patient in years

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Adjusted Calcium Calculator Calculator Usage Guide

Learn how to use the Adjusted Calcium Calculator calculator and its working principles

How to Use the Calculator

  1. Enter the total calcium level in mg/dL.
  2. Enter the albumin level in g/dL.
  3. Enter the age of the patient in years.
  4. Click the "Calculate" button to compute the adjusted calcium level.
  5. Click the "Reset" button to clear all inputs and start over.

Working Principle

The Adjusted Calcium Calculator uses the following formula to calculate the adjusted calcium level:

Adjusted Calcium = (Total Calcium × 0.8) + (Albumin × 0.2 × 2.5) / (1 + (Albumin × 2.5 / 1))

This formula accounts for the fact that total calcium levels can be influenced by albumin levels. By adjusting for albumin, the calculator provides a more accurate measure of the free calcium available for physiological processes.

When to Use This Calculator

This calculator is particularly useful in clinical settings where patients have hypoalbuminemia or hyperalbuminemia, conditions that can affect total calcium measurements but not the biologically active free calcium levels. It helps healthcare providers make more informed decisions about calcium supplementation and management.