This is a real-world medical entrance exam question, please give the true answer based on the question and selection. Topic name: None, Subject name: Surgery
[{'content': 'All statements are true for osteomalacia except: March 2012 \nSelect and explain. \nA. Loosers zone on X-ray, B. Commoner in females, C. Raised serum calcium, D. Muscular weakness', 'role': 'user'}, {'content': 'Answer: C \nExplanation: Ans: C i.e. Raised serum calcium Osteomalacia Looser\'s zone (pseudofractures) are radiolucent zones occurring at the sites of stress in osteomalacia (commonly at pubic rami) Osteomalacia is more common in women who live in "purdah" & lack exposure to sunlight Serum calcium & phosphate is low & alkaline phosphatase is high Muscular weakness (The patient feels very weak. He may difficulty in climbing up & down the stairs)', 'role': 'assistant'}]