The "Bone Health" test package is designed to assess various biochemical markers that are important for maintaining healthy bones. This test panel is vital for detecting early signs of bone density loss, monitoring the progression of bone-related conditions, and evaluating overall bone metabolism. Adequate bone health is critical for preventing osteoporosis and fractures, and these tests can help identify if you're at risk and guide interventions to strengthen bone health.

Bone Health Tests

• Calcium: This test measures the level of calcium in your blood. Calcium is essential for strong bones and teeth, as well as for muscle function and nerve signalling.

• Corrected Calcium: Sometimes, the total calcium level does not reflect the true level of bioavailable calcium in your blood due to varying protein levels. Corrected calcium accounts for this by estimating the amount of calcium when albumin levels are normal.

• Total Protein: The total amount of protein in your blood, including albumin and globulin, which can affect calcium levels and bone health.

• ALP (Alkaline Phosphatase): An enzyme related to the bile ducts and bone formation. Elevated levels can indicate bone growth or healing, as well as certain bone diseases.

• Albumin: The most abundant protein in the blood, which helps transport many small molecules, including calcium. Low albumin can affect the levels of total calcium.

• Vitamin D3 (Cholecalciferol): This is a specific form of vitamin D that is essential for the body to absorb calcium and phosphorus, which are crucial for the development of healthy, strong bones. A deficiency in vitamin D can lead to bone softening diseases like osteomalacia in adults and rickets in children.

These tests combined give a comprehensive picture of bone health. Calcium and vitamin D levels are directly related to bone density and strength, while total protein and albumin can indicate the nutritional status that supports bone health. ALP levels can reflect bone turnover or problems with bone formation.