What Is Calcinosis Cutis?
9. Diagnosis
When calcinosis cutis is suspected, it is important to determine exactly which type it is. This is so the appropriate treatment can be administered. In addition to an examination by a doctor, laboratory tests will also be necessary. These include, but are not limited to, blood tests, bone scans, CT scans, X-rays, and biopsies.
The latest method is to use Raman spectroscopic analysis, or Fourier transform infrared (FT-IR), which are both types of vibrational spectroscopy. This method helps to tell is the exact chemical composition of the lumps, while it can also help to predict the progression of the condition.
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