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2023

What is calcemia?

The term calcium indicates the levels of calcium in the blood. Circulating calcium is largely bound to plasma proteins and only a small part is present in free form Most of the calcium is stored in the bones. Why measure blood calcemia?…

Emetophobia: the fear of vomiting

Although no one finds it amusing to feel physically ill, the flu or any other condition that causes nausea and potential vomiting (e.g. pregnancy) creates particular difficulties for individuals suffering from so-called 'vomiting phobia' or…