DEXA Scan- Diagnostic Imaging

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how long does it take?

15 mins

cost

$125-300

D E X A

Dual Energy X-Ray Absorption

preparation for test

you can eat normally no calcium supplement remove any metal wear a gown

two types

central and peripheral

healthcare provider who takes the test

clinical densitometrist certified bone densitometry technician certified densitometry technologist

central

larger machine record hips and spine

peripheral

smaller machine measure smaller parts of the body (wrist,feet and fingers)

DEXA scan def.

used to see if you have a normal bone density or to measure bone loss, or determine an individual's risk for developing a fracture, and the health of a bone * commonly used to diagnose osteoporosis


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