An inorganic pyrophosphate which affects calcium metabolism in mammals. Abnormalities in its metabolism occur in some human diseases, notably HYPOPHOSPHATASIA and pseudogout (CHONDROCALCINOSIS).
Also Known As:
Calcium Pyrophosphate (1:1); Calcium Pyrophosphate (1:2); Calcium Pyrophosphate (2:1); Calcium Pyrophosphate Dihydrate; Calcium Pyrophosphate, Monohydrate; Diphosphate, Calcium; Monohydrate Calcium Pyrophosphate; Pyrophosphate Dihydrate, Calcium; Pyrophosphate, Calcium; Pyrophosphate, Monohydrate Calcium; Calcium Diphosphate; Diphosphoric acid, calcium salt