Bone Density Scan (DEXA) in Karnataka
Dual-energy X-ray absorptiometry measures bone mineral density to diagnose osteoporosis.
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Types of Bone Density Scan (DEXA)
The gold-standard central DEXA scan measures density at the hip and spine, the sites most predictive of fracture risk. Peripheral DEXA machines can also screen smaller bones like the wrist or heel, often used for quick screening before a central scan is ordered. Results are reported as T-scores and Z-scores that compare your bone density to healthy reference populations.