Bone Health Check
$230 NZD
Calcium and phosphate work together to help build strong bones and teeth. An imbalance in these two minerals can cause bone weakness and increased risk of heart disease.
The minerals calcium and phosphate work together to help build strong bones and teeth and also play a role in cell and nerve function. The balance of calcium and phosphate in the body is regulated by a hormone called parathyroid hormone. If this feedback loop is disrupted it can cause phosphate to build up in your body which binds to calcium and can weaken your bones. Circulating phosphate and calcium can narrow your blood vessels and increase the risk of heart disease and stroke.
What's included
Bone Health
These bone health markers are part of a complex feedback loop that play a critical role in maintaining bone health. When you don’t get enough calcium, you increase your risk of developing osteoporosis and stress fractures.
Test instructions
Download and print your pathology form from your i-screen dashboard.
Take your form to one of our affiliated collection centres to have your sample taken - no need for an appointment.
Ready. Set. Go!
for $230 NZD