Reduced mineral content in bone, leaving it weaker and more prone to fracture, often without any warning signs until a bone actually breaks. DEXA measures bone density and compares it to healthy reference values to gauge severity.
Our comprehensive check-up screens for low bone mineral density and hundreds of other conditions.
Phosphate is crucial for bone mineralization, energy metabolism (ATP), cell membrane structure, and acid-base balance. Its levels are regulated in relation to calcium, primarily by the kidneys and parathyroid hormone.
Calcium, totalCalcium is essential for bone health, muscle contraction, nerve transmission, and blood clotting. Most calcium is stored in bones, with only a small portion circulating in blood under tight regulation.
Albumin-corrected calciumAccounts for calcium bound to albumin, providing a more accurate measure of biologically active calcium. Essential for bone health, nerve transmission, and muscle contraction.
Vitamin DVitamin D is a fat-soluble vitamin that acts like a hormone in the body. It's essential for calcium absorption, bone health, immune function, and muscle performance. The body can produce it through sunlight exposure, but it can also be obtained from food and supplements.