BNH Hospital BMD Center DEXA Peripheral - Wrist/Ankle
Type
DEXA Scan
Duration
10 min
Results
24 hours
Bone density screening of wrist or ankle using peripheral DEXA device - suitable for initial screening.
Peripheral bone density screening using a portable DXA device to measure bone mineral density at the wrist and/or ankle. Faster and more accessible than central DXA, suitable for initial screening. Results may indicate need for follow-up central DXA scan at spine and hip for definitive diagnosis.
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.
Price estimated — screening-level assessment.
- Category
- Diagnostic
- Sample Type
- DEXA imaging
- Duration
- 10 min
- Results
- 24 hours
BNH Hospital BMD Center
JCI-accredited hospital with WHO-standard DEXA bone density screening.
