Type
DEXA Scan
Duration
30 min
What's included
4 deliverables in this treatment
- DEXA bone mineral density measurement of the lumbar spine and/or femoral neck
- FRAX fracture risk questionnaire completed alongside the scan result
- Written radiologist report with T-score, Z-score, and ten-year fracture probability
- Follow-up recommendations for further management or repeat scanning interval
Bone densitometry at SPEA Olomouc measures bone mineral density (BMD) using dual-energy X-ray absorptiometry (DEXA) to identify osteoporosis and quantify fracture risk. The clinic applies the validated FRAX questionnaire alongside the scan result to calculate the ten-year probability of a major osteoporotic fracture, giving a clinically actionable picture rather than a raw density number. The service is particularly suited to women 60 and older, men 70 and older, and younger adults whose FRAX score or clinical history indicates elevated risk. Appointments are booked by calling the department directly.
About this treatment
Dual-energy X-ray absorptiometry (DEXA) is the clinical reference standard for measuring bone mineral density — the technology used in all major osteoporosis guidelines worldwide to diagnose osteoporosis (T-score ≤ −2.5) and osteopenia (T-score between −1.0 and −2.5). A DEXA scanner passes two low-dose X-ray beams at different energy levels through the body; the degree of absorption by bone versus soft tissue gives a precise measurement of bone mineral…
At SPEA Olomouc, the bone densitometry service integrates the scan result with the FRAX risk tool (Fracture Risk Assessment Tool), developed by the World Health Organisation. FRAX uses the BMD result alongside clinical risk factors — age, sex, body mass index, prior fracture history, parental hip fracture history, corticosteroid use, smoking, alcohol consumption, rheumatoid arthritis, and secondary osteoporosis causes — to calculate an individual's…
The service is covered by Czech public health insurance for women aged 60 and older and men aged 70 and older as a preventive screening examination. Women aged 50 to 59 (within one year of menopause) and men aged 65 to 69 are covered if their FRAX questionnaire indicates elevated risk before the scan is ordered. Patients outside these criteria — including younger adults with corticosteroid use, inflammatory arthritis, malabsorption conditions, or prior…
Good to know
- Method
- Dual-energy X-ray absorptiometry (DEXA)
- Risk tool
- FRAX ten-year fracture probability
- Screening criteria
- Women 60+, men 70+ (or younger with risk factors)
- Booking
- +420 585 505 454 (Mon–Thu 7:30–15:30)
Who is this for?
Women 50+ and men 65+ assessing fracture risk; patients on long-term corticosteroids; those with prior fractures, rheumatoid arthritis, or malabsorption conditions
Preparation required
No fasting or special preparation required. Wear comfortable clothing without metal fasteners at the waist or hip if possible. Bring previous DEXA results if available for comparison. Arrive 10 minutes early to complete the FRAX questionnaire at reception.
About the clinic
Reviews, team and credentials
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Clinical team
SPEA Olomouc employs 42 specialist physicians and six independent contracted doctors across its 23 clinical departments. Departments include cardiology, neurology, internal medicine, radiology (staffed by four radiologists and five radiologic assistants), orthopaedics, ophthalmology, ENT, allergy and immunology, pulmonology, gastroenterology, dermatology, surgery, and three dental clinics staffed by MUDr. Ivana…
Languages: Czech
What clients say
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Treatment highlights
- DEXA bone mineral density measurement of the lumbar spine and/or femoral neck
- FRAX fracture risk questionnaire completed alongside the scan result
+2 more items in What's included
Price on request — contact the densitometry department on +420 585 505 454 (Mon–Thu 7:30–15:30). No published self-pay list price. Insurance-covered for eligible patients (women 60+, men 70+, and earlier with FRAX risk indication). Self-pay and international patients accepted — call for pricing.