WHAT IS A BONE DENSITY SCAN?
- An enhanced form of x-ray technology used to measure bone mineral density and to diagnose osteoporosis and developing osteoporosis (osteopenia).
- Assess an individual’s risk for developing fractures.
- Effective in tracking the effects of treatment for osteoporosis and other conditions which cause bone demineralisation.
Bone Densitometry
– DEXA
X-Ray technology used to measure bone density and diagnose osteoporosis.