Negative Bone Scans Due to Suppressed Osteoblastic Activity Are Common

question 12

Multiple Choice

Negative bone scans due to suppressed osteoblastic activity are common with which of the following diagnoses?

• A) Leukemia
• B) Lytic metastasis
• C) Blastic metastasis
• D) Multiple myeloma

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Definitions:

Epiphyseal Plate

A growth plate located at each end of long bones where new bone tissue is produced during growth.

Humerus

The long bone in the upper arm that runs from the shoulder to the elbow, connecting with muscles, nerves, and other bones to facilitate movement.

Proximal End

The part of a limb or structure that is nearest to the body or to the point of attachment.

Greater Tubercle

A prominence on the upper lateral part of the humerus, serving as the site of attachment for several shoulder muscles.