Bone Densitometry (Three Sites) near me in Chennai
Also referred as
Dexa Scan (Three Sites)
For men & women
Earliest reports in
48 hours
Contains
1 test
Know more about this test
DEXA stands for Dual-Emission X-ray Absorptiometry. It measures how much calcium and other bone minerals are packed into a segment of bone.Two X-ray beams with differing energy levels are aimed at the patient's bones. Bone Marrow Density(BMD) is calculated from the absorption of each beam by the bone.DEXA can determine if you have osteoporosis or are at risk of osteoporosis and thus helps in assessing the risk of fracture.
Preparation for this test
Test Information is reviewed by: Dr. Swati Gupta (Anand), MBBS, MD Lab Medicine and written by Dr. Lipika Khurana, BDS, PGDHHM . The test details are for information purpose only. Consult a doctor before taking any test. Last updated on: 17th Aug 2026
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Recommended for everyone
This package is designed with everyone’s overall health considerations in mind, offering assessments to address a wide range of wellness needs.
Contains 1 test
Report delivery
Standard time
48 hrs
For slots after 11 AM, report will be delivered in 72 hours.
Preparations
1
Avoid calcium supplements for 48 hours before the test.
2
Females must inform the doctor if they are pregnant.
3
Be sure to tell your doctor beforehand if you've recently had a barium exam or had contrast material injected for a CT scan or nuclear medicine test. Contrast materials might interfere with your bone density test.
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You may have to remove your jewelry and any metal objects which might interfere with the image.
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