This is a real-world medical entrance exam question, please give the true answer based on the question and selection. Topic name: Skeletal infections, Subject name: Anatomy
Acute osteomyelitis of long bones commonly affects the 
Select and explain. 
A. Epiphysis, B. Diaphysis, C. Metaphysis, D. Aicular surfaces
C: Metaphysis
Answer: C: Metaphysis 
Explanation: Metaphysis of long bones is the earliest and most common site involved in osteomyelitis. x ray showing acute osteomyliyis of long bones ref : maheswari 9th ed