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Podiatry and Medical - Set 2

Category - Podiatry Part II

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Which of the following tests would be the most appropriate screening test to perform in osteoporosis?

X-ray
Dual energy X-ray absorptiometry (DEXA)
Quantitative ultrasound
Peripheral quantitative computed tomography (CT)

Explanation

Answer − B − The test that would be the most appropriate screening test to perform in osteoporosis is a DEXA scan. It is the most widely used test for the screening and diagnosis of osteoporosis. It is sensitive for the loss of bone density, exposes the patient to a relatively low dose of radiation, and is widely available at a reasonable cost.

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