Bone Density Testing Flashcards by Princy Justin

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Bone density testing

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to determine loss of bone density

- due to osteoporosis, osteopenia, Paget’s disease, osteomalacia

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Ultrasonic bone density testing

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screening test for osteoporosis
screening for other causes for bone density
sound waves are used

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Dial X-ray absorptiometry

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low exposure radio graphic measurement of the spine and hips to measure bone density
more accurate than ultrasonic bone density testing

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