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urine test to determine bone density?

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I was reading that there is a home test.. a urine test I think, to determine bone loss..
I recently stopped taking fosamax and would like to track my bone loss or gain or stability.. and of course only get one bone density test a year. ANy advice?

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Osteoporosis Fosamax

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Read my discussion started yesterday under NTx testing.

I have had 24 hour urine tests ordered by my bone and mineral density specialist. It determines the amount of secretion of calcium through the kidney. It is a good test but not a definitive test for osteoporosis

My physician has ordered bone resportion assessments through Genova Diagnostics to assess the amount of bone turnover in my urine.

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what dr, your regular md?

Yes, a MD - gynecologist

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