Type
Blood Testing
Biomarkers
7
Duration
15 min
Results
24 hours
Sample
Blood (venous draw)
What's included
4 deliverables in this treatment
- Venous blood draw at the Brno-Starý Lískovec collection room
- ß-CrossLaps (bone-resorption marker)
- Osteocalcin (bone-formation marker)
- Results typically within 24 hours
A bone-turnover blood panel measuring ß-CrossLaps (a marker of bone breakdown) and osteocalcin (a marker of bone formation). Together they show how actively bone is being remodelled — information that complements a DXA bone-density scan rather than replacing it. Relevant for post-menopausal women, low body weight, vitamin-D deficiency or long-term steroid use. Drawn at the ISO 15189-accredited Brno-Starý Lískovec laboratory, results usually within 24 hours.
About this treatment
Osteoporóza (Osteoporosis) is a self-pay blood panel that assesses bone metabolism through two complementary bone-turnover markers. ß-CrossLaps (C-terminal telopeptide of type I collagen, CTX) is released when bone is broken down, so it reflects the rate of bone resorption. Osteocalcin is produced by bone-building cells and reflects the rate of bone formation. Reading them together shows whether bone is being remodelled in balance or whether breakdown is…
Importantly, these blood markers complement rather than replace imaging: a DXA (bone densitometry) scan measures how much bone is present, while this panel measures how quickly it is changing. The combination is most useful in people at higher risk of osteoporosis — post-menopausal women, those with low body weight, a family history of fragility fractures, vitamin-D deficiency, or long-term glucocorticoid (steroid) use — who want to understand bone…
Results are typically released within 24 hours, collected in person against signature and ID or via secure electronic delivery arranged at the collection room. Because turnover markers fluctuate, they are most informative when tracked over time or read alongside a DXA result and vitamin-D status. Any concerning result is best reviewed with a physician, who can decide whether imaging or treatment is warranted. All analysis is performed under ČSN EN ISO…
Good to know
- Biomarkers
- ß-CrossLaps, osteocalcin
- Sample
- Venous blood draw (morning)
- Results
- ~24 hours
- Pairs with
- DXA bone-density imaging
Who is this for?
Post-menopausal women, those with low body weight, vitamin-D deficiency, fracture history or long-term steroid use.
Preparation required
Bone-turnover markers vary through the day — a morning draw is preferred. Confirm fasting requirement when booking. Walk-in 07:00–11:00, Mon–Fri.
Panel categories
Biomarkers tested
7The most abundant mineral in the body, essential for bone health, muscle contraction, nerve function, and blood clotting. Blood calcium is tightly regulated by parathyroid hormone and vitamin D. Abnormal levels can indicate parathyroid disorders.
A bone hormone; increased levels may indicate bone turnover issues or other health problems.
PTH regulates calcium levels in the blood. High levels may indicate parathyroid disorders, while low levels may suggest nutritional deficiencies.
Imbalances in gut pH influence short-chain fatty acid production and their effects.
The best indicator of overall vitamin D status. Vitamin D is essential for calcium absorption, bone health, immune function, and mood regulation. Deficiency is extremely common, especially in northern latitudes, and linked to increased disease risk.
About the clinic
Reviews, team and credentials
Independent review links and clinic-reported team information.
Clinical team
Lab Med spol. s r.o. was founded in 1994 by Doc. MUDr. Jiří Vozníček. The laboratory is headed by Mgr. Alexandra Tomancová, Ph.D., with managing directors RNDr. Jaroslav Loucký, Ph.D., LL.M. and Ing. Silvia Reváková and operations director Ing. Jana Matějková. The laboratory is accredited to ČSN EN ISO 15189 by the Czech Accreditation Institute (ČIA) and operates within the "Vaše laboratoře" group, occasionally…
Clinic-reported credentials
Languages: Czech
Treatment highlights
- Venous blood draw at the Brno-Starý Lískovec collection room
- ß-CrossLaps (bone-resorption marker)
+2 more items in What's included
577 Kč per package. Includes the venous blood draw at the Brno-Starý Lískovec collection room and analysis of the bone-turnover markers ß-CrossLaps and osteocalcin, with results typically within 24 hours. Self-pay, no referral required.