The Bone Health Plus is a blood work panel done to assess bone strength, balance of minerals, and bone metabolism. For people who are experiencing bone pain, frequent fractures, muscle weakness, joint discomfort, or are at increased risk of bone disease due to age, menopause, chronic illness, or nutritional deficiencies, this test will be really beneficial.
Recommendations by doctors are given for individuals suffering from bone pain and fractures that are frequent and don’t heal easily. The Plus Panel includes Vitamin D (25-Hydroxy). This is the most reliable marker that tells about the vitamin D level inside the body. Serum Calcium tells about the level of calcium in the blood. Vitamin B12 evaluates the body's stores of vitamin B12, the vitamin that is necessary for healthy nerve function, red blood cell production, and overall energy metabolism.
All factors that impact bone and joint health can be easily evaluated with the help of this test. Various nutritional deficiencies, inflammatory diseases, and any metabolic bone disorder can also be identified with great ease. Regular bone health evaluations enable early intervention, ensure patients are at less risk of fractures and complications, and help to build strong bones, healthy joints, and better long-term mobility.
Test information: 10-12 hrs Fasting Mandatory
Reporting: Within 12 hours*
Fasting is generally not required unless specifically advised by your doctor.
Drink plenty of water before sample collection.
Inform your doctor about any history of osteoporosis, fractures, arthritis, kidney disease, vitamin D deficiency, or other bone disorders.
Carry previous laboratory reports, bone density (DEXA) scan reports, X-rays, or other relevant medical records, if available.
Tell your doctor about all medications or supplements you are taking, especially calcium, vitamin D, vitamin B12 supplements, steroids, or medicines for osteoporosis.
Arrive 10–15 minutes before your scheduled appointment.
इस जांच के लिए सामान्यतः फास्टिंग की आवश्यकता नहीं होती है, जब तक डॉक्टर विशेष रूप से सलाह न दें।
सैंपल देने से पहले पर्याप्त मात्रा में पानी पिएं।
यदि आपको ऑस्टियोपोरोसिस, बार-बार फ्रैक्चर, गठिया, किडनी रोग, विटामिन D या विटामिन B12 की कमी, या हड्डियों से संबंधित कोई अन्य बीमारी है, तो इसकी जानकारी डॉक्टर को दें।
यदि उपलब्ध हों, तो अपनी पुरानी जांच रिपोर्ट, बोन डेंसिटी (DEXA) स्कैन, एक्स-रे या अन्य संबंधित मेडिकल रिकॉर्ड साथ लेकर आएं।
अपनी सभी चल रही दवाइयों या सप्लीमेंट्स, विशेष रूप से कैल्शियम, विटामिन D, विटामिन B12, स्टेरॉयड या हड्डियों की दवाओं की जानकारी डॉक्टर को दें।
निर्धारित समय से 10–15 मिनट पहले जांच केंद्र पर पहुंचें।
A trained healthcare professional collects a blood sample from a vein in your arm.
The sample is analyzed for the tests included in the Bone Health Plus profile, including Vitamin D (25-Hydroxy), Serum Calcium, and Vitamin B12.
The results help evaluate bone strength, calcium balance, vitamin D status, vitamin B12 levels, and overall bone and nerve health.
The procedure is quick, safe, and minimally invasive.
Blood sample collection usually takes 5–10 minutes, and reports are generally available within 24–48 hours, depending on the tests included in the profile.
* For details, please see service-related policies