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The short notes about the tests only describe the general nature of the test. Only your doctor can interpret the decision about your results based on your clinical findings and other test results.
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CTX

Beta Crosslaps(beta-CTX) are a part of Type I Collagen which overlap at C Termilnal ends. It is approximately  %90 of  the protein matrix of the bone.During bone resorption the molecule is excreted through kidneys.
Interpretation:
CTX test is used in monitoring anntiresorptive therapies like hormone replacement therapy or biphosphonate therapies for osteopenic patients or postmenopausal women.  MRONJ (Medication Related Osteonecrosis of the Jaw) is sometimes a result of medications of biphosphonates, antiangiogenic and cancer and osteoporosis treatments. This test is needed to monitor the effects of these complications.
Sample: Arm vein blood. Nonfasting
Working day: Everyday
Result Time: 2 days 18:00 PM