Clinical Laboratory Tests and Results

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Clinical Laboratory Tests and Results

Laboratory Tests that may be ordered to aid in the diagnosis of osteoporosis include:

  • Blood calcium levels - this may be normal in an osteoporosis situation but can also be elevated in conjunction with other bone disorders.
  • Vitamin D - decreases can lead to decreased calcium absorption.
  • T4/ TSH - these tests if abnormal can indicate thyroid disease that may be the underlying cause of osteoporosis.
  • Parathyroid hormone - may be increased indicating a hyperparathyroidism causing an increase in calcium levels.
  • FSH - hormone status, can be an indicator of menopause.
  • Alkaline phosphatase - looking for increased levels that can indicate a bone disorder.
  • Protein electrophoresis - may be increased if multiple myeloma is present and is degrading bone.