Bangkok Hospital Brain x Bone Center DXA Bone Density Scan
Type
DEXA Scan
Duration
15 min
Results
24 hours
Standard bone density measurement using low-energy X-rays - WHO standard for osteoporosis diagnosis. 10-15 minutes.
Standard bone density scan using the central DXA device to examine the lumbar spine and hip — the WHO-established gold standard for diagnosing osteoporosis. Radiation exposure is less than a standard chest X-ray. Results provided as T-score: above -1 is normal, -1 to -2.5 indicates osteopenia, below -2.5 indicates osteoporosis.
Key Details
- Scan Duration
- 10–20 minutes
- Radiation
- Very low (less than a day of natural background)
- Fasting Required
- No
- Pain Level
- None — completely painless
- Measurements
- Bone density + body composition + visceral fat
- Gold Standard
- Most accurate body composition measurement available
- Repeat Frequency
- Every 6–12 months for tracking
Who Is This For?
Anyone interested in understanding their body composition beyond what a scale can tell you. Fitness enthusiasts and athletes tracking muscle gain and fat loss over time. People on weight management programs who want objective progress measurements. Those over 50 or with risk factors for osteoporosis wanting bone density screening. Longevity-focused individuals establishing baseline measurements for body composition optimization.
What's Included
Preparation Required
No fasting required. Wear comfortable, lightweight clothing without metal components (zippers, belt buckles, underwire). Remove all jewelry and metal accessories. Stay well-hydrated — dehydration can slightly affect body composition readings. Avoid intense exercise for 24 hours before the scan, as fluid shifts can influence results. The scan itself takes approximately 10–20 minutes and is painless. You'll lie still on an open table while the scanner arm passes over you.
Part of Basic Osteoporosis Screening Package (฿3,200). Advanced package ฿5,900.
- Category
- Diagnostic
- Sample Type
- DEXA imaging
- Duration
- 15 min
- Results
- 24 hours
Bangkok Hospital Brain x Bone Center
Premium hospital with specialized Brain x Bone center for DXA bone density screening.
