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Linear correlation analysis between clinical, laboratory parameters with bone mineral density (BMD)
| Variable | Hip BMD (r) | Spine BMD (r) |
|---|---|---|
| Age of patient | -0.29 | -0.16 |
| Duration of diabetes | -0.29 | -0.08 |
| BMI | 0.21 | 0.30 |
| HbA1c | -0.26 | -0.32 |
| Calcium | -0.01 | 0.05 |
| Phosphorus | 0.00 | 0.03 |
| ALP | -0.05 | -0.07 |
| Vitamin D | -0.01 | -0.22 |
Abbreviations-BMD, bone mineral density; BMI, body mass index; HbA1c, glycated haemoglobin; ALP, serum alkaline phosphatase; r, mean correlation coefficients
