DEXA Spine Assessment
Type
DEXA Scan
Duration
15 min
Results
24 hours
Focused bone density measurement of lumbar spine region.
Focused bone density measurement of the lumbar spine (L1-L4). Spinal BMD is the most sensitive early indicator of bone loss, particularly in younger patients and pre-menopausal women. Results compared against age-matched and young-adult reference populations.
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 — may be included in standard BMD assessment.
- Category
- Diagnostic
- Sample Type
- DEXA imaging
- Duration
- 15 min
- Results
- 24 hours
Samitivej Hospital Bone Density Center
Premium hospital network with comprehensive bone density screening programs.
