Jul 31, 2025 | Body Mass Composition Testing, Dexa, DXA Body Scan
If you’ve recently had a DXA scan, or you’re considering getting one, you may be wondering how to make sense of all the numbers and charts in your report. A DXA scan—short for Dual-energy X-ray Absorptiometry—is one of the most precise tools available for...
Jul 15, 2025 | Body Mass Composition Testing, Dexa, DXA Body Scan
When your doctor recommends a medical scan involving radiation, it’s natural to pause and ask, “Is this safe?” One test that often raises this question is the DXA scan (also called DEXA), which is commonly used to measure bone density and assess body composition....
Jul 1, 2025 | Body Mass Composition Testing, Dexa, DXA Body Scan
A DXA scan, also known as a DEXA scan or dual-energy X-ray absorptiometry, is a medical imaging test used to measure bone mineral density (BMD). It’s considered the gold standard for diagnosing osteoporosis and assessing fracture risk. As people age, particularly...
Jun 16, 2025 | Body Mass Composition Testing, Dexa, DXA Body Scan
In a world where health and fitness have taken center stage, many people are searching for more accurate and insightful ways to measure their body’s condition beyond the traditional bathroom scale or BMI chart. One such method gaining popularity among athletes,...
May 16, 2025 | Dexa, DXA Body Scan
At DXA Body Composition NC, we believe that understanding your body goes far beyond what a scale or a mirror can tell you. While DEXA scans are well known for measuring bone density, most people don’t realize how much more these scans can reveal. If you’re in Durham,...
May 1, 2025 | Body Mass Composition Testing, DXA Body Scan
Osteoporosis, often called the “silent disease,” affects millions of people worldwide, particularly postmenopausal women and the elderly. Characterized by weakened bones and an increased risk of fractures, osteoporosis can progress unnoticed for years until a break...
