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FTIR results
| Patients (mean ± SD) | Normal (mean ± SD) | % Below normal | % Above normal | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mineral-to-matrix ratio | 4.55 ± 0.49 | 4.54 ± 0.36 | 25 | 18.8 |
| Carbonate-to-phosphate ratio | 0.95 ± 0.08 | 0.95 ± 0.05 | 18.8 | 25 |
| Collagen crosslinks | 3.50 ± 0.32 | 3.56 ± 0.21 | 28.1 | 21.9 |
| Crystal size | 1.18 ± 0.06 | 1.15 ± 0.04 | 6.3 | 34.4 |
FTIR, Fourier transform infrared spectroscopy.
