CLINICAL ENCOUNTERS
OSTEOPOROSIS
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Question
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Which of the following test is considered as gold standard to assess osteoporosisa)
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CT Scan.
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X-ray.
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Gallium study.
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Bone density test.
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Explanation:
Detailed explanation-1: -It may be done using X-rays, dual-energy X-ray absorptiometry (DEXA or DXA), or a special CT scan that uses computer software to determine bone density of the hip or spine. For various reasons, the DEXA scan is considered the “gold standard” or most accurate test.
Detailed explanation-2: -Bone density measurement by DXA at the hip and spine is generally considered the most reliable way to diagnose osteoporosis and predict fracture risk. Some people have a peripheral DXA, which measures bone density in the wrist and heel. This type of DXA is portable and may make it easier for screening.
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