A<unk> r may be felt on examination, following which a plain X-ray is usually carried out. Blood tests might include a complete blood count, inflammatory markers, serum electrophoresis, PSA, kidney function and liver function. Urine may be sent for Bence Jones protein. Other tests that might be requested include a CT scan, MRI, PET scan and bone scintigraphy. For confirmation of diagnosis, a biopsy for histological evaluation might be required, using either a needle or by incision (open biopsy). Staging File:Diagram showing stage 1A bone cancer CRUK 198.Stage 1A bone cancer File:Diagram showing stage 1B bone cancer CRUK 201.Stage 1B bone cancer File:Diagram showing stage 2A bone cancer CRUK 211.Stage 2A bone cancer File:Diagram showing stage 2B bone cancer CRUK 215.Stage 2B bone cancer File:Diagram showing stage 3 bone cancer CRUK 218.Stage 3 bone cancer
Bone tumor
Bone metastasis
Osteomyelitis
Osteoma
Endocrine bone disease
Spinal fracture
Osteopetrosis
Vertebral osteomyelitis