Bone Age Assessment

Bone Age Assessment is a medical process that evaluates the maturity of a child's bones to estimate their biological age. It involves taking an X-ray, usually of the hand and wrist, and comparing it to standardized images to determine how developed the bones are. This helps doctors understand growth patterns, diagnose growth-related conditions, or predict future growth potential. Bone age can sometimes differ from a child's chronological age, providing valuable insight into growth and development.