Description

Osteocalcin is a protein produced by osteoblasts that is involved in bone mineralization and calcium homeostasis. It is considered a marker for bone formation and plays a role in regulating energy metabolism.

Interpreter Notes

Interpreters should be aware that 'osteocalcin' may be used in various contexts related to bone health and metabolic disorders. It's important to maintain a formal register and avoid colloquial terms. There are no widely recognized colloquial or regional alternatives to this term in Spanish.

Example Sentences

EN: Recent studies have shown that osteocalcin levels can influence insulin sensitivity.

ES: Estudios recientes han demostrado que los niveles de osteocalcina pueden influir en la sensibilidad a la insulina.

Common Interpreter Mistakes

Confusing osteocalcin with osteopontin; mispronouncing 'osteocalcin' as 'osteocalcina' in a non-clinical context; mixing up the role of osteocalcin with other bone markers.