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bone density, bone mineral density
The amount of mineral content in bones, used as a measure of bone strength. Low bone density is associated with osteoporosis and increased fracture risk.
骨密度を測定する。
To measure bone density.
年齢とともに骨密度は低下する傾向がある。
Bone density tends to decrease with age.
定期的な運動とカルシウムの摂取が骨密度の維持に効果的だと言われている。
Regular exercise and calcium intake are said to be effective in maintaining bone density.
A compound of 骨 (bone) and 密度 (density). A common health and medical term, especially relevant to discussions of aging, women's health, and 骨粗鬆症 (osteoporosis).
COMMON COLLOCATIONS:
- 骨密度を測る: to measure bone density
- 骨密度が低い: to have low bone density
- 骨密度検査: bone density test
- 骨密度の低下: decrease in bone density
RELATED TERMS:
- 骨粗鬆症: osteoporosis — a condition where bones become weak and brittle due to low density
- 骨折: bone fracture — a common result of low bone density
- カルシウム: calcium — the key mineral for bone strength