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DEXA scan

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DEXA scan
Dual energy X-ray absorptiometry Imaging An imaging system to assess bone mineral density; commonly used to screen perimenopausal and menopausal ♀ before beginning HRT, to evaluate Pts with 1º or 2º osteoporosis or metabolic diseases affecting the skeleton and monitor treatment and progression of osteoporosis. See Bone mineral density, Hormone replacement therapy, Osteoporosis.


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This is an ACR accredited Independent Diagnostic Testing Facility specializing in Diagnostice Ultrasound, Holter Monitors, Specialized Holter Monitors, and Dexa Scan.
Going through the public sector for a DEXA scan, patients have to wait three to four months, according to the same data.
NWHN believes that research on both osteoporosis and on DEXA scans should take these differences into account; until then, women of color should approach screening with caution.
 
 
 
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