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DXA (or DEXA as it’s also known) stands for Dual Energy X-ray Absorptiometry. A DXA scan is a technological method of measuring a person’s body composition and bone density. Body composition refers to the percentage of fat, bone, and muscle in your body. Bone density refers to the amount of bone mineral in bone tissue and bone strength. The procedure involves lying down on a padded table where an x-ray device scans your body from underneath, with an imaging device that is located above the body. The x-ray emits no more radiation than you would typically receive from stepping outside on a sunny day. Tests are quick and painless and are performed while the individual remains clothed.
Results of the DXA scan have proven to be accurate and precise and can be used to give you a more complete view of your overall health.
WHAT ARE DXA SCANS?
A technological method of measuring a person’s bone mineral density and body composition with precision accuracy.
WHAT IS BODY COMPOSITION?
Analyze your body’s fat to muscle ratio to track weight loss, health goals, and athletic training.
WHAT IS BONE DENSITY?
Bone density or bone mineral density is the amount of bone mineral in your bones.
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DXA Body Composition NC is proud to offer our patients a practical approach to better understanding their bodies. Our state-of-the-art technology coupled with our welcoming and knowledgeable staff, can help you quantify your body’s data in an efficient and cost-effective way. Patients have used our body scans to enhance their fitness, assess their bone health, or just better understand their body’s overall composition.
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If you’d like to learn more about our DXA body scan services or want to schedule an appointment, please reach out to us at [email protected] or (919)-794-1359.