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Here’s what to expect before getting a bone density scan, experts say
What is a bone density test? DEXA scans are the gold standard test for assessing a patient’s bone mineral density (BMD), says ...
Osteoporosis screening guidelines updated: Do you need a bone scan?
Between 21% to 30% of people who suffer a hip fracture die within a year ... “The term osteoporosis screening refers to use ...
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Dual energy X-ray absorptiometry - Bone mineral densitometry
Dual-energy X-ray absorptiometry (DXA, or formerly DEXA) is a technique used to measure bone mineral density (BMD). The preferred regions for BMD measurement are lumbar spine, proximal femur and whole ...