Diagnosis of Osteoporosis and Osteomalacia
Osteoporosis and osteomalacia have different diagnosis procedures.
Osteomalacia Diagnosis
To diagnose osteomalacia, you will have to undergo a blood test. The blood test usually evaluated vitamin D, phosphorus, and calcium levels in the blood.
Your healthcare provider may order other blood tests to check:
- Alkaline phosphatase, a compound made by cells responsible for forming bones. People with osteomalacia usually have high levels of the condition.
- Parathyroid hormone. The blood level of this hormone is increased due to insufficient vitamin D levels. an X-ray may show any small cracks or fractures in bone
You may also need an X-ray to see if there are any minor fractures or cracks in the bone.