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Healthy Bone Test (Coming Soon)

Healthy Bone Test (Coming Soon)

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Help prevent osteoporosis.

Test to discover your bone health status.

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WHY YOU SHOULD TEST THE HEALTH OF YOUR BONES

Here’s the good news …

Discover your bone health status and help prevent osteoporosis with our Healthy Bone Test.  Good bones help you move, make blood, and store minerals. They also lower the chance of breaks and osteoporosis.  Keep your bones strong by eating foods with calcium and vitamin D, exercising, and not drinking too much or smoking. Calcium makes bones stronger, vitamin D helps your body use it, and exercises like walking or lifting weights make bones denser and stronger too.

The not-so-good news is that Osteoporosis is often undiagnosed until a fracture happens.  Late diagnosis is due to the lack of early symptoms, and risk factors being ignored.  Remember, early intervention means a better outcome.

If you experience any of the following red-flags, a bone health test may be for you:

  • Have experienced unexplained fractures
  • Have a family history of osteoporosis or bone issues
  • Are over 50 years old, as bone density decreases with age
  • Have certain medical conditions like rheumatoid arthritis, celiac disease, or hormonal disorders
  • Take medications like glucocorticoids that can affect bone health.

Abnormal test values may prompt referral to a physician for further investigation, potentially including bone scans to diagnose or rule out osteoporosis.

  1. Purchase this test by adding it to the cart at the top of the page.
  2. This sample kit contains a saliva collection device, along with clear instructions.
  3. Samples collected at home are collected from you and tested at the BioSmart accredited pathology laboratory.

 

The analysis will determine the levels of osteocalcin.

For all sample collection kits, we use RAM Couriers next day delivery service.
An email will be sent from the courier company to the email address you provided with a link to the courier’s track and trace system, allowing you to track your shipment.
Instructions for the return of your sample are documented on the insert within the sampling kit.

*Note: A nurse must collect your blood sample. This service is free at participating Clicks Clinics. Please book your blood collection appointment at selected  stores.

Healthy Bone Test (Coming Soon)

May be covered by Discovery Medical Aid—check your plan for details

Healthy Bone Test (Coming Soon)

Coming Soon!

If you experience any of the following red-flags, a bone health test may be for you:

  • Have experienced unexplained fractures
  • Have a family history of osteoporosis or bone issues
  • Are over 50 years old, as bone density decreases with age
  • Have certain medical conditions like rheumatoid arthritis, celiac disease, or hormonal disorders
  • Take medications like glucocorticoids that can affect bone health.

Abnormal test values may prompt referral to a physician for further investigation, potentially including bone scans to diagnose or rule out osteoporosis.

  1. Purchase this test by adding it to the cart at the top of the page.
  2. This sample kit contains a saliva collection device, along with clear instructions.
  3. Samples collected at home are collected from you and tested at the BioSmart accredited pathology laboratory.

 

The analysis will determine the levels of osteocalcin.

For all sample collection kits, we use RAM Couriers next day delivery service.
An email will be sent from the courier company to the email address you provided with a link to the courier’s track and trace system, allowing you to track your shipment.
Instructions for the return of your sample are documented on the insert within the sampling kit.

Blood samples taken at selected stores.

Healthy Bone Test (Coming Soon)

May be covered by Discovery Medical Aid—check your plan for details

Coming Soon!

If you experience any of the following red-flags, a bone health test may be for you:

  • Have experienced unexplained fractures
  • Have a family history of osteoporosis or bone issues
  • Are over 50 years old, as bone density decreases with age
  • Have certain medical conditions like rheumatoid arthritis, celiac disease, or hormonal disorders
  • Take medications like glucocorticoids that can affect bone health.

Abnormal test values may prompt referral to a physician for further investigation, potentially including bone scans to diagnose or rule out osteoporosis.

  1. Purchase this test by adding it to the cart at the top of the page.
  2. This sample kit contains a saliva collection device, along with clear instructions.
  3. Samples collected at home are collected from you and tested at the BioSmart accredited pathology laboratory.

 

The analysis will determine the levels of osteocalcin.

For all sample collection kits, we use RAM Couriers next day delivery service.
An email will be sent from the courier company to the email address you provided with a link to the courier’s track and trace system, allowing you to track your shipment.
Instructions for the return of your sample are documented on the insert within the sampling kit.

Blood samples taken at selected stores.

BioSmart is part of Discovery HealthID

South Africa’s first and most extensive digital healthcare platform for doctors. It enables them to access their patients’ electronic health records through an iPad or computer.

Samples can be collected at participating Clicks clinics.

For your convenience, have your blood samples collected at your nearest Clicks Clinic. Simply book your Clinic appointment, select BIOSMART Tests as the appointment type. Then arrive at your appointment with your BioSmart sample collection kit and the nurse will do the rest. You don’t have to pay for this service.