DEXA SCAN - DRHC Dubai Radiology Center

BMD (Bone Mineral Densitometry), also known as DEXA (dual energy X-ray absorptiometry), is a test used to measure bone mineral density; it is commonly used to screen osteoporosis or metabolic diseases affecting the skeleton and to screen for fracture risk. BMD/DEXA is available at our Dubai Radiology Center.

How does it work?

It is just like having an X-ray, but with less radiation. You will then be asked to lie down and will be positioned accordingly. Once scanning starts, a low dose of X-radiation is produced, and once finished, all images will be analyzed and processed to achieve the result.

Our BMD/DEXA scan is the DMS STRATOS DR:

• Bone Mass Measurement
• Accurate for Diagnosing Osteoporosis & Fracture Risk
• Fast exam time: 30 seconds per site
• Complete solution: Multi-site exams and Whole Body
• DVA: Digital Vertebral Assessment – lateral image of the spine
• Automatic ROI (Region of Interest) Selection
• Bone Age Detection
• Relax and Comfortable Patient Position

Who can have a DEXA Scan/BMD?

• Usually, women/men, and rarely in children

Why DEXA scan/BMD?

• For Bone Mass Measurement
• For Bone Age Detection
• Conditions associated with bone loss, such as osteoporosis and osteopenia

Risk:

• Very low dosage of ionizing radiation (X-ray)

Routine Operating Procedure in BMD/DEXA:

• The doctor’s request is reviewed first by the staff radiographer.
• Safety questions are asked. (confirmation of Name & DOB and pregnancy screening for females)
• Hospital gowns are provided.
• Patient’s personal belongings (including phone, credit cards, money, etc.) are all placed in the locker provided.
• The radiographer will explain what the position will be and how much time it will take to finish the exam.
• BMD/DEXA exam is painless, fast, and exposes to a low dose of radiation. It is important that you remain perfectly still while the images are being recorded.

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