Bone mineral density measurement with DEXA (Dual Energy X-ray Absorptiometry) is painless and requires no injections, invasive procedures, sedation, special diet or any other advance preparation. During a DEXA exam, the patient lies fully clothed on a padded table while the system scans one or more areas of bone (usually the lower spine or hip). The entire exam typically takes just a few minutes to complete. Each patient's bone density is plotted against the "normal" for a healthy young adult or against age matched control data. A radiologist interprets the data and creates a concise report on the status of the patient's bone density. Our DEXA interpreting radiologists are certified by the International Society of Clinical Densitometry as Certified Clinical Densitometrists.
Patients Recommended for Bone Mineral Density Measurements:
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Post-menopausal women with at least one additional risk factor.
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All women older than 65.
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Post-menopausal women with fractures.
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Women considering therapy for osteoporosis, if bone mineral density (BMD) testing would affect the decision.
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Women who have been on hormone replacement therapy (HRT) for prolonged periods of time.
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