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A DEXA (DXA) scan is a quick, noninvasive imaging test that uses a very low dose of X-rays to measure bone mineral density, commonly at the hip and spine. Passion Health Advanced Primary Care can help determine whether bone density testing fits your health needs, coordinate the scan, and review your results and next steps.
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DEXA, also called DXA, stands for dual-energy X-ray absorptiometry and is commonly used to measure bone mineral density.
A DEXA scan uses two low-dose X-ray beams to estimate how much mineral is present in your bones. The hip and spine are common measurement sites because changes there can help identify low bone density and osteoporosis.
DEXA results can help your provider understand bone strength, estimate fracture risk, and decide whether prevention, additional evaluation, or treatment may be appropriate.
Your provider interprets the scan together with your age, medical history, prior fractures, medications, family history, and other bone-health risk factors rather than relying on one number alone.
Bone loss often develops without symptoms. A clinician may recommend DEXA testing based on age, health history, medication use, or other fracture risk factors.
Bone density naturally changes with age, so screening may become appropriate as fracture risk increases.
Hormonal changes after menopause can accelerate bone loss and increase osteoporosis risk.
A fracture from a minor fall or low-impact injury can be a reason to evaluate bone strength.
Long-term use of certain corticosteroid medicines can weaken bone and may prompt bone density monitoring.
Low body weight or significant unintentional weight loss can contribute to higher fracture risk in some people.
A family history of osteoporosis or hip fracture may increase your risk and influence screening decisions.
Certain endocrine, digestive, inflammatory, kidney, or other conditions can affect bone health.
Repeat testing may be used when appropriate to monitor bone density over time or assess response to treatment.
Request a bone health evaluation or DEXA scan appointment to review your risk factors, testing needs, and next steps.
DEXA results provide useful information about bone strength, but your provider also considers your overall fracture risk and health history.
The scan measures bone density, most often at the hip and spine, to help identify reduced bone strength.
Results can help your provider identify low bone density and determine whether additional evaluation or treatment is appropriate.
Your bone density results can be considered with other risk factors to support a more complete fracture-risk assessment.
When repeat testing is appropriate, DEXA scans can help track bone density changes and response to a treatment plan.
A DEXA scan is noninvasive, usually requires little preparation, and is designed to measure bone density with minimal discomfort.
Your clinician reviews relevant risk factors, prior fractures, medications, medical history, and the reason for testing.
You may be asked about pregnancy, recent contrast imaging, supplements, or other factors that could affect scheduling or scan instructions.
You lie on a padded table while the scanner measures bone density. The test does not require injections and is generally painless.
Your provider can review the report with you and discuss prevention, further evaluation, treatment, or future monitoring when appropriate.
DEXA results help put bone strength into context so you and your provider can make informed decisions about fracture prevention and treatment.
Your DEXA report may include scores that compare your bone density with reference populations. Your provider interprets those results together with your age, sex, fracture history, medication use, and other clinical factors.
Depending on your results and overall risk, your plan may include nutrition and activity guidance, fall-prevention strategies, review of medicines that affect bone, additional laboratory testing, or osteoporosis treatment.
Bone density is only one part of fracture prevention. Regular primary care follow-up can help address other factors that influence balance, strength, vitamin and mineral status, and overall bone health.
Seek urgent or emergency care for severe pain after a fall, an obvious deformity, inability to stand or bear weight, new numbness or weakness, suspected hip or spine fracture, or another potentially serious injury. A DEXA appointment is not a substitute for emergency care.
Bone health involves more than a single scan. Your DEXA results can become part of a broader prevention and primary care plan.
Passion Health Advanced Primary Care can help patients who need osteoporosis screening, have risk factors for low bone density, or need follow-up after a previous bone density test.
Your provider can help coordinate DEXA testing and discuss results in the context of your medications, nutrition, activity, fall risk, fracture history, and other health needs.
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A DEXA scan measures bone mineral density, usually at the hip and spine, to help assess bone strength and osteoporosis risk.
No. The scan is noninvasive and generally painless. You lie still on a padded table while the scanner takes measurements.
Testing may be recommended based on age, menopause status, prior fractures, long-term steroid use, low body weight, family history, or other medical risk factors. Your provider can help determine whether it is appropriate for you.
The scan itself is usually brief, although total appointment time can vary by facility and the type of testing ordered.
Coverage depends on your insurance plan, medical necessity, and screening criteria. Contact your plan or clinic team to verify benefits before your appointment.
No. This page lets you request a preferred date and time. The clinic team confirms final appointment availability.
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