Do you routinely check N-telopeptide levels in patients who you suspect might have immobilization induced hypercalcemia?

No, I do not check N-telopeptide level in patients with suspected immobilization-induced hypercalcemia. Although N-telopeptide is a sensitive marker of bone resorption, elevated N-telopeptide is not specific to immobilization-induced hypercalcemia and can be elevated in other clinical conditions cha...