The quick, portable procedure that calculates bone density by using sound waves to scan the heel, shin, and kneecap is known as

A. dual energy X-ray absorptiometry.
B. single energy X-ray absorptiometry.
C. quantitative ultrasound.
D. peripheral ultrasound.


Answer: C

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