A DEXA is a detailed and highly accurate method of measuring body composition, providing you with an in-depth analysis of your fat tissue, muscle mass and body completion. Dexa gives a reliable measurement of whole-body and segmental analysis of body composition. body fat distribution differs from person to person. distribution of bodyfat is a more important indicator of health risk than percentage of fat. don’t rely on the scales. get the whole picture with an advanced body composition assessment. this is only available through Dexa.
Dexa Scan
Why Dexa?
- Assess bone strength
- Evaluate risk of osteroporosis
- Track treatment process
- Measure total body fat
when Dexa?
- post menopausal women
- Aged above 50
- family history
- Diabetes/stress/thyroid
- Fracture
How Dexa?
- Simple & painless scan
- Avoid metallic object & Jewellery
- consult & disclose if pregnant
- 10-15 minute procedure
Result
- Term of T&Z score
- Identify risk of osteoporosis
