DEXA Bone Density Scan

What is DEXA Bone Density Test？

Osteoporosis is often called a “silent disease” because bone loss typically occurs without any obvious symptoms until a fracture happens. Dual-Energy X-ray Absorptiometry (DEXA) is globally recognized by medical professionals as the most accurate, rapid, and safe gold standard for measuring bone mineral density, diagnosing osteoporosis, and assessing fracture risk.

A DEXA scan primarily measures the bone density at your lower spine and hips—the two areas most prone to osteoporotic fractures. Using a very low dose of X-rays, the machine precisely calculates your bone mineral content, allowing doctors to detect bone loss in its early stages and intervene with treatments to prevent severe fractures.