DEXA Scan stands for Dual Energy X-Ray Absorptiometry, and it is a method of Bone Mineral

Density Assessment. Bone Mineral Density Assessment is used to:

• detect the presence of osteoporosis in men and women with particular risk factors;

• screen for osteoporosis, particularly in women making decisions about hormone

              replacement therapy at menopause;

• predict future fracture risk; and

  monitor bone density in those with low normal levels and in those with osteoporosis

  undergoing treatment.

   

Dexascan is used to diagnose osteoporosis on men and women with the following particular risk

factors.