{"product_id":"calcium-ionized","title":"Ca Ionized (Ionized Calcium)","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"test-description\"\u003e\n  \u003cp class=\"test-lead\"\u003eThe Ionized Calcium test measures the biologically active (\"free\") form of calcium in your blood — the fraction your body can actually use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003ch3\u003eWhat does this test check?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003eMeasures calcium not bound to proteins, which directly participates in muscle contraction, nerve signaling, blood clotting, and bone metabolism.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003ch3\u003eWhy get tested?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003eTotal calcium can appear normal even when ionized calcium is abnormal. This test provides a more accurate picture of calcium status — especially important in critically ill patients or those with abnormal protein levels.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003ch3\u003eWho should get this test?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003ePatients with symptoms of hypocalcemia (muscle cramps, tingling, seizures) or hypercalcemia (nausea, confusion, frequent urination), critically ill patients, and those with parathyroid or kidney disorders.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"NowExpress","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55596731662504,"sku":null,"price":500.0,"currency_code":"PHP","in_stock":true}],"url":"https:\/\/nowexpress.ph\/products\/calcium-ionized","provider":"NowExpress","version":"1.0","type":"link"}