Bone Health Profile

Bone Health Profile

Bone Health Profile

According to the NHS, the normal range is 35-50 g/L. Alkaline phosphatase (ALP) – This enzyme is found in liver and bone cells and can help detect liver diseases or bone disorders. According to the NHS, the reference ranges for enzyme are somewhere from 30-130 u/L for adults.

Bone-mineral density is a measurement of calcified bone tissue and positively correlates with overall bone health. DEXA is a clinical tool used to assess BMD.

If your results show lower than normal calcium levels, it may indicate: Hypoparathyroidism, a condition in which your parathyroid glands produce too little parathyroid hormone. Vitamin D deficiency. Magnesium deficiency.

As older adults, our bones get weaker over time. Kids with strong bones have a better chance of avoiding bone weakness later in life. Parents can help by making sure kids get the 3 key ingredients for healthy bones: calcium, vitamin D, and exercise.

They are a part of a basic metabolic panel. Sodium (Na), Potassium (K), Magnesium (Mg) Calcium (Ca) and others are part of basic metabolic panel.
 
The lower your score, the weaker your bones are: T-score of -1.0 or above = normal bone density. T-score between -1.0 and -2.5 = low bone density, or osteopenia. T-score of -2.5 or lower = osteoporosis.
 
While you can never regain the bone density you had in your youth, you can help prevent rapidly thinning bones, even after your diagnosis.