Significance of Serum Calcium in Young Adolescent Girls
Journal Title: Scholars International Journal of Biochemistry - Year 2018, Vol 1, Issue 4
Abstract
Calcium, the mineral is essential for optimal growth and development of skeletal and teeth. Adequate calcium intake is critical during adolescence to optimize peak bone mass and decrease the risk of osteoporosis later in life. The aim of this study is to study the significance of serum calcium in young adolescent girls. The study was conducted in a sample of 50 adolescents of age groups 12-19 attending Paediatric & Medicine OPD in Sree Balaji Medical College & Hospital was performed with ethical clearance for one month to assess the levels of serum calcium & albumin in normal young adolescents’ girls. After getting consent from parents, blood sample was collected. Serum was separated, and then calcium estimated by Arsenazo method & serum albumin by Bromo cresol green. Data analysis done by SPSS package. Out of 50 samples, 64% were found to have decreased calcium levels which are significant. Thus, it is mandatory to organize a program to create awareness among the society among the society regarding the importance of calcium intake so as to prevent osteoporosis at an earliest.
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Dr. Sumathi K, Dr. Pinky Karam
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