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The Osteoporosis Screen is a specialised blood test panel that assesses your risk of bone weakening and early bone loss. It evaluates the key markers involved in bone turnover, mineral metabolism, and vitamin D status, which are essential for healthy bone formation and prevention of conditions like osteopenia and osteoporosis. This test is especially recommended for:
An enzyme associated with bone turnover. Elevated levels may indicate increased bone breakdown or formation.
Measures total calcium, adjusted for albumin to reflect the calcium actually available for bone health.
A protein used to calculate corrected calcium and assess overall nutritional status.
Works alongside calcium to maintain strong bones and teeth. Imbalances can affect bone mineralisation.
A key nutrient for calcium absorption and bone metabolism. Deficiency is a major risk factor for osteoporosis.
A highly sensitive marker of bone resorption — the breakdown of bone tissue. High levels may indicate accelerated bone loss.
Osteoporosis is a condition where bones become thin, brittle, and more prone to fractures. It often develops silently, without symptoms, until a fracture occurs. Early detection through this test can help you take action before bone loss becomes severe.
Fasting is not required for this screen. You may eat and drink normally unless you’re combining this with another test that requires fasting.
Yes. While osteoporosis is more common in women, men over 50 or with risk factors (e.g., long-term steroid use, low testosterone, or smoking) can also benefit from bone health screening.
High DPD levels indicate increased bone resorption, meaning your body is breaking down bone faster than it’s building it. This could suggest early or active bone loss, especially if vitamin D or calcium is low.
No. This test assesses biochemical risk factors for bone loss. A formal diagnosis of osteoporosis requires a DEXA scan, which measures bone density. However, these results can guide whether a DEXA is needed.
Yes, but it’s helpful to let the clinician know if you are taking calcium, vitamin D, bisphosphonates, or other bone medications, as they may influence results
