X-ray and Bone Density Tests

What is the purpose of an X-ray (Radiograph)?

• To measure bone mineral density

• To view bone structure and detect fractures

• To diagnose osteopenia

• To measure blood pressure

What does a Bone Density Test (DEXA Scan) measure?

• Blood pressure

• Bone mineral density

• Heart rate

• Muscle mass

What does a CT Scan (Computed Tomography) combine to create cross-sectional views?

• Magnetic fields

• X-ray images

• Ultrasound waves

• Radio waves

MRI (Magnetic Resonance Imaging) uses _______ to create detailed images of bones, joints, and soft tissues.

• magnetic fields

• ultrasound waves

• X-rays

• radioactive tracers

What is a Bone Scan used for?

• To detect bone diseases, infections, or cancers.

• To treat joint conditions.

• To perform surgery.

• To view internal organs.

Arthroscopy is a minimally invasive procedure using a camera to view and treat ______.

• joint conditions.

• heart conditions.

• lung conditions.

• brain conditions.

What does the calcium level test assess in the body?

• Bone metabolism and abnormalities like hypercalcemia

• Blood sugar levels

• Heart rate

• Lung capacity

Vitamin D levels are essential for ________ absorption.

• calcium

• iron

• potassium

• magnesium

What might elevated levels of alkaline phosphatase (ALP) indicate?

• Bone disorders or rapid bone turnover

• Low blood pressure

• High cholesterol

• Vitamin deficiency

What is the purpose of a biopsy?

• To remove synovial fluid from a joint

• To diagnose bone cancer or infections

• To treat arthritis

• To reduce swelling and pain