Osteomon Profile
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Bone formation markers are responsible for bone remodeling and contribute towards overall bone health. Bone resorption markers are responsible for breakdown of bones. Osteomon profile is a group of tests to detect the rate of bone turnover which if abnormal can lead to bone disorders.
Price : ₹ 3,170
The test measures the levels of Beta 2 Crosslaps (B-CTx) and P1NP (Total procollagen type 1 amino terminal propeptide), in the blood.
- To assess the risk of fractures or bone disorders
- To assess the bone status in those receiving treatment [eg osteoporotic patients]
- Used to monitor status of osteoporosis.
People with the following symptoms:
- Frequent bone pain
- Frequent fractures
- History of osteoporosis, Paget’s disease or any bone disorder
- Patients receiving drug therapy for bone disorders: To monitor the treatment effectiveness.
This test requires a blood sample. A tourniquet (elastic) band is placed tightly on the upper arm. The patient is then asked to make a fist. This helps in the build-up of blood filling the veins. The skin is disinfected before needle insertion and the blood sample is collected in vacutainer.
No special precautions required.
