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Understanding DEXA Scan: A Comprehensive Guide to Bone Health

Discover how a DEXA scan helps diagnose osteoporosis and assess bone density. Learn about the procedure, its benefits, and how it can help prevent fractures.

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Understanding DEXA Scan: A Comprehensive Guide to Bone Health

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  1. DEXA SCAN A Key Tool in Health Assessment 8130114453 H1 a, Block H, Hauz Khas, New Delhi, Delhi 110016

  2. What is a DEXA Scan? Ensuring Accessible, Quality Care for All A medical imaging technique that uses low-dose X-rays to measure bone mineral density (BMD) and body composition (fat, muscle). It’s primarily used to diagnose osteoporosis, assess fracture risk, and monitor treatment effects. 8130114453 H1 a, Block H, Hauz Khas, New Delhi, Delhi 110016

  3. How Does DEXA Work? Mechanism of DEXA: DEXA uses two X-ray beams with different energy levels. The scan measures how much of each beam is absorbed by bone and soft tissue. Based on this, it calculates bone density and the amount of fat vs. lean mass in the body 8130114453 H1 a, Block H, Hauz Khas, New Delhi, Delhi 110016

  4. Key Uses of DEXA Scan Bone Health: Diagnosing osteoporosis and osteopenia. Predicting fracture risk, especially in post- menopausal women and older adults. 8130114453 H1 a, Block H, Hauz Khas, New Delhi, Delhi 110016

  5. Body Composition Analysis: Measuring body fat percentage, lean mass, and fat distribution. Used for monitoring obesity, fitness, and nutrition. 8130114453 H1 a, Block H, Hauz Khas, New Delhi, Delhi 110016

  6. Other Clinical Uses: Assessing patients with chronic conditions (e.g., arthritis or kidney disease). Monitoring long-term effects of certain medications like steroids. 8130114453 H1 a, Block H, Hauz Khas, New Delhi, Delhi 110016

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