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Bone mineral density: BMD, a measure of bone density, reflecting the strength of bones as represented by calcium content. The BMD test detects osteopenia (mild bone loss, usually without symptoms) and osteoporosis (more severe bone loss, which may cause symptoms). See also: Bone mass density, Osteopenia, Osteoporosis.
A bone mineral density (BMD) test measures the mineral density (such as calcium) in your bones using a special X-ray, computed tomography (CT) scan, or ...
A bone mineral density (BMD) test measures how much calcium and other types of minerals are present in a section of your bone. Your health care provider ...
Library > Literature & Language > Dictionary n. A measurement corresponding to the mineral density of bone, used to diagnose osteopenia and osteoporosis. Also called ...
Explains bone mineral density testing technology (DEXA), how test results are used to diagnose osteoporosis and osteopenia and the limitations of bone density tests.
Bone density test — Overview covers definition, risks, results of this ... Bone mineral density (BMD) testing: What the numbers mean. National Osteoporosis ...