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bone mineral density  

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  • Bone mineral density is an estimate of bone mass. Bone mineral density tests, such as dual-energy X-ray absorptiometry (DEXA) scans, can be used to estimate the mineral content of bone, and thus its strength and risk for fracture. [Source: Encyclopedia of Global Health; Bone Mineral Density]

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