Z score measures the bone mineral density compared to:
Z Score * Z score compares the patients BMD with that of adult of the same race, age and sex. Z Score indicates possible secondary osteoporosis. A Z Score of - 2 or below should trigger investigation for underlying disease.
Metabolic Disorders of Bone
Age, race and sex matched individuals
Race and sex matched individuals
Sex matched individuals
None of the above
Age, race and sex matched individuals