DEXA Bone Density - Spine & Hip
Type
DEXA Scan
Duration
30 min
Results
24 hours
Standard bone density measurement of lumbar spine and hip for osteoporosis screening.
Standard dual-site bone density measurement at lumbar spine and proximal femur. The most commonly ordered DEXA scan for osteoporosis screening, measuring the two sites with the highest clinical relevance for fracture risk prediction.
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 — contact hospital for current rates.
- Category
- Diagnostic
- Sample Type
- DEXA imaging
- Duration
- 30 min
- Results
- 24 hours
Piyavate Hospital Bone Density Center
JCI and HA accredited hospital with comprehensive whole body DEXA scanning.
