DEXA (Bone Density & Body Composition)

Precision bone density and body composition scans.

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About the Exam

What is a DEXA scan?

DEXA (dual-energy X-ray absorptiometry) is a low-dose X-ray scan that measures bone mineral density (used to diagnose osteoporosis) and can also measure body composition — fat mass, lean mass, and visceral fat — for athletes, fitness clients, and weight-management programs.

Key advantages

  • Industry gold-standard for bone density
  • Precise body composition for athletes and weight management
  • Quick, painless, low radiation dose
Common Indications

Why your doctor may order a DEXA

  • Osteoporosis screening (typically women 65+, men 70+, or earlier with risk factors)
  • Monitoring osteoporosis treatment response
  • Evaluation after fragility fracture
  • Body composition tracking for athletes, weight loss, or metabolic conditions
Patient Experience

What to expect

  1. 1

    You'll lie on a padded table.

  2. 2

    A scanning arm passes over your body (you do not enter a tube).

  3. 3

    The scan takes about 10–20 minutes.

  4. 4

    You remain fully clothed (no metal in the scan area).

How to prepare

  • Wear comfortable clothing without metal zippers, buttons, or grommets.
  • Avoid calcium supplements for 24 hours before the scan.
  • Tell us if you've had a barium study or nuclear medicine scan in the past week.

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