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Bone Density Test & Osteoporosis Screening in Johor Bahru

Ujian Ketumpatan Tulang & Saringan Osteoporosis

Osteoporosis affects 1 in 3 women and 1 in 5 men in Malaysia over 50 — yet most do not know they have it until a fracture occurs. Klinik Muhibbah provides bone health assessment including the FRAX fracture risk calculator, blood tests for bone metabolism (calcium, Vitamin D, PTH, ALP), and referral for DEXA bone density scan at a specialist centre. Early identification of low bone density allows treatment before fractures happen. Women over 50 and post-menopausal women are the primary risk group.

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What's Included

✓FRAX 10-year fracture risk calculation
✓Serum calcium and phosphate
✓Vitamin D (25-OH) level
✓Parathyroid hormone (PTH) if indicated
✓Alkaline phosphatase (ALP) — bone isoenzyme
✓Doctor consultation and bone health risk assessment
✓DEXA scan referral to specialist centre
✓Calcium and Vitamin D supplementation prescribing if deficient

How to Prepare

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No fasting is strictly required but fasting for 4–6 hours improves accuracy of calcium and phosphate results. Inform the doctor of all medications including steroids (which accelerate bone loss), calcium supplements, and hormone replacement therapy. Note any previous fragility fractures (fracture from minor trauma or fall). Bring details of your menopause history if applicable.

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Duration

20–30 minutes for consultation and blood draw; DEXA referral arranged separately

Frequently Asked Questions

Who needs a bone density test in Malaysia?▼
DEXA bone density scanning is recommended for all women aged 65 and above, post-menopausal women under 65 with risk factors, men aged 70 and above, anyone who has had a fragility fracture, those on long-term steroid therapy, and patients with conditions causing bone loss (rheumatoid arthritis, thyroid disorders, malabsorption). Our doctors use the FRAX calculator to identify who needs urgent referral.
Can blood tests diagnose osteoporosis?▼
Blood tests (calcium, Vitamin D, PTH, ALP) assess bone metabolism and identify secondary causes of bone loss — they do not directly measure bone density. Osteoporosis diagnosis requires a DEXA scan. However, our blood panel identifies Vitamin D deficiency and secondary causes of bone loss that can be treated before DEXA, improving the overall outcome.
How is osteoporosis treated once diagnosed?▼
Treatment depends on DEXA T-score and FRAX fracture risk. Mild bone loss (osteopenia) may be managed with calcium and Vitamin D supplementation, weight-bearing exercise, and fall prevention. More severe osteoporosis or high fracture risk needs bisphosphonate medication (alendronate, risedronate) prescribed by a doctor. Our GPs can initiate first-line treatment and refer to a rheumatologist or endocrinologist for complex cases.

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No. 62, Jalan Kiambang, Taman Bunga Raya, 81750 Masai, Johor

Mon–Thu & Sat: 9AM–9PM | Fri: 9AM–3PM | Sun: 9AM–3PM | Walk-ins Welcome

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