DEXA Scan

What is it?

The HOLOGIC Dexa scan is the industry gold standard of body composition and analysis.

The 6-minute medical imaging scan assesses body composition, including bone mineral density, lean tissue, and fat mass, producing a detailed, visual report.

DEXA Scan

Why have one?

Unlike traditional methods of body composition testing like BMI calculations or skinfold tests, DEXA scans provide a detailed, region-specific analysis of your body.

This data is a more accurate indicator for an increased risk of heart disease, diabetes and metabolic syndrome.

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DEXA Scan

Dashboard Overview

Your personal dashboard provides a comprehensive, bold visual overview of your results, with clear charts and graphs that display the data in a user-friendly layout.

All previous scans are easily accessible to view and share.

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DEXA Scan

FAQs

A DEXA (Dual-Energy X-ray Absorptiometry) scan is a medical imaging test that measures bone density and body composition, including fat, muscle, and bone mass.

Wear loose, comfortable clothing without metal zippers or buttons. Avoid taking calcium supplements 24 hours before the scan. Additionally, for maximum accuracy, you’ll want to do the scan under the same circumstances each time. So, if you fast for the first scan, you may want to fast for subsequent scans, so that changes in your body composition are a reflection of actual change, rather than the presence of food.

Individuals looking to accurately assess their body composition, such as athletes, people monitoring their health or weight loss progress.

Absolutely, DEXA scans are generally safe as they involve very low levels of X-ray radiation, typically equivalent to the amount one would receive from a day of natural environmental exposure. However, it's crucial to note that, as a precautionary measure, DEXA scans are not recommended for pregnant women.

Book a DEXA Scan

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DEXA Scan

What is it?

The HOLOGIC Dexa scan is the industry gold standard of body composition and analysis.

The 6-minute medical imaging scan assesses body composition, including bone mineral density, lean tissue, and fat mass, producing a detailed, visual report.

DEXA Scan

Why have one?

Unlike traditional methods of body composition testing like BMI calculations or skinfold tests, DEXA scans provide a detailed, region-specific analysis of your body.

This data is a more accurate indicator for an increased risk of heart disease, diabetes and metabolic syndrome.

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DEXA Scan

Dashboard Overview

Your personal dashboard provides a comprehensive, bold visual overview of your results, with clear charts and graphs that display the data in a user-friendly layout.

All previous scans are easily accessible to view and share.

first-slide

DEXA Scan

FAQs

A DEXA (Dual-Energy X-ray Absorptiometry) scan is a medical imaging test that measures bone density and body composition, including fat, muscle, and bone mass.

Wear loose, comfortable clothing without metal zippers or buttons. Avoid taking calcium supplements 24 hours before the scan. Additionally, for maximum accuracy, you’ll want to do the scan under the same circumstances each time. So, if you fast for the first scan, you may want to fast for subsequent scans, so that changes in your body composition are a reflection of actual change, rather than the presence of food.

Individuals looking to accurately assess their body composition, such as athletes, people monitoring their health or weight loss progress.

Absolutely, DEXA scans are generally safe as they involve very low levels of X-ray radiation, typically equivalent to the amount one would receive from a day of natural environmental exposure. However, it's crucial to note that, as a precautionary measure, DEXA scans are not recommended for pregnant women.

Book a DEXA Scan

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