Osteopenia is defined as a low ____.

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Osteopenia is characterized by a low bone mineral density, which is defined as a T-score between -1.0 and -2.5 standard deviations below the average bone density for young adults. B is incorrect because changes in bone microarchitecture (e.g. trabecular thinning, cortical porosity) are associated with osteoporosis, a more severe form of bone loss. C and D are both incorrect as they do not directly relate to the definition of osteopenia.

Osteopenia Is Defined as a Low ____