Mary is a 58-year-old woman who is past menopause.In the past three years,she lost 2 inches in height and broke her wrist.Based on this information,Mary's physician should test her for ________.

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Mary's loss in height and wrist fracture are both common signs of osteoporosis, a condition in which bones become weak and brittle due to loss of bone density. Testing for osteoporosis can help identify the severity of the condition and determine the best course of treatment to prevent further bone loss and fractures. Osteocarcinoma is a rare type of bone cancer, osteomalacia is a condition in which bones become soft and weak, and osteoarthritis is a degenerative joint disease, none of which present with the symptoms Mary is experiencing.

Mary Is a 58-Year-Old Woman Who Is Past Menopause