DEXA (Dual-Energy X-ray Absorptiometry) is a quick, painless, and accurate scan that measures your bone mineral density (BMD).
It is the gold standard test for diagnosing osteopenia or osteoporosis—conditions where bones become weak or brittle, increasing the risk of fractures.
At Dr. Anand’s Imaging & Neurological Research Centre, we use advanced DEXA scanners to provide precise bone health assessments in just a few minutes.
DEXA Bone Scan is essential to:
🔍 Detect Early Bone Loss even before symptoms appear.
🧓 Monitor Bone Strength in postmenopausal women and older adults.
💊 Guide Treatment decisions for osteoporosis or after fracture.
💉 Check Bone Health for patients on long-term steroid therapy or with vitamin D deficiency.
You lie comfortably on a padded table.
The scanner passes low-dose X-ray beams (much less than a chest X-ray) over your spine and hips.
It calculates bone density based on how much of the X-rays are absorbed.
The test takes around 10–15 minutes and is completely painless.
🛏️ No injections, no fasting, no recovery time.
Women above age 45–50, especially after menopause
Men over age 60
History of fractures from minor injuries
Long-term use of steroids or thyroid medication
Chronic conditions like rheumatoid arthritis, liver or kidney disease
Vitamin D or calcium deficiency
Monitoring after osteoporosis treatment
T-score: Compares your bone density to a young healthy adult.
Z-score: Compares your bone density to someone your age and size.
T-score above -1: Normal
Between -1 and -2.5: Osteopenia (mild bone loss)
Below -2.5: Osteoporosis
🧴 No body lotions, powders, or perfumes on the day of the scan
👕 Wear comfortable, metal-free clothing (no zippers, hooks, belts)
💊 Inform the technician if you’ve had any recent X-rays or contrast scans
🍼 Not advised during pregnancy
No fasting or blood tests needed.
A: Not at all. It’s a simple, non-invasive scan with no needles, cuts, or discomfort.
🅰️ About 10 to 15 minutes, including setup time.
🅰️ Yes, but very low dose – far lower than a chest X-ray.
🅰️ Women over 45, men over 60, or anyone with risk factors for weak bones.
🅰️ Usually every 1–2 years or as advised by your doctor, especially if on osteoporosis treatment.
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