Abnormally high levels of calcium in the blood, typically above 10.5 mg/dL. Can cause kidney stones, bone problems, confusion, and heart rhythm abnormalities.
From Greek 'hyper' (excessive), Latin 'calx' (lime/calcium), and Greek 'haima' (blood). The term became important in the mid-20th century as automated blood chemistry analyzers made routine calcium measurement possible.
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