Bone Densitometry Scanning

The Center for Breast Care offers the latest in bone density scanning for both men and women. Testing patients with Bone Densitometry (Dexa) Scanning is a non-invasive, quick and painless technology that is used to measure bone mass. Bone mass, simply put, is the weight of the skeleton, overall or in specific regions. Bone mineral density, or BMD, reveals a risk factor for fractures.

Bone Densitometry (Dexa) Scanning is recommended for:

Persons taking anti-coagulants
Both men and women
Premature menopause
Those who have taken chemotherapy, radiation therapy, history of osteopenia, hyperthyroidism or irritable bowel disease.