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Osteoporosis Diagnosis Services
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by:Envision Radiology based inColorado Springs, COLORADO (USA)
Physicians perform DEXA scans for a variety of reasons. The exam is most commonly used to diagnose osteoporosis and other conditions that cause bone loss. Physicians recommend DEXA scans for patients who fit into any of the following categories: Post-menopausal women who are not taking estrogen, Individuals with personal or maternal histories of smoking or hip fractures, Men with clinical ...
by:Envision Radiology based inColorado Springs, COLORADO (USA)
Bone density scans also referred to as bone mineral density testing, is a medical test used as an indirect indicator of osteoporosis. This disorder makes your bones more fragile and likely to break. When you undergo a bone density scan, it measures the amount of mineral material per square centimeter in your bones. The bone density test can show if your bones are at risk of fracturing by using ...