24th July 2023

A 62-year-old man has suffered a distal humeral fracture following a fall. DEXA scan confirms a diagnosis of osteoporosis.

A 62-year-old man has suffered a distal humeral fracture following a fall. DEXA scan confirms a diagnosis of osteoporosis. He required open reduction and internal fixation by the orthopaedic team. He has a BMI of 23, is a non-smoker and drinks 6 units of alcohol a week. He has a history of hypertension and gout. He reports that he has been suffering from low libido and erectile dysfunction for the last 2 years.

Given the most likely underlying cause, what is the next most appropriate investigation?

Select the SINGLE most appropriate option from the list below. Select ONE option only.