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| Bone mineral density (BMD) testing generally correlates with bone strength and is used to diagnose osteoporosis. The BMD is measured with a dual energy x-ray absorptiometry test (referred to as a DXA scan). By measuring BMD, it is possible to predict fracture risk in the same manner that measuring blood pressure can help predict the risk of stroke. |
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| WebMD. (2010, June 16). Retrieved from http://www.webmd.com/osteoporosis/guide/bone-mineral-density |
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