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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. How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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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. The most commonly used screening approach is a dual-energy X-ray absorptiometry, also known as a DEXA scan. She ordered blood tests and a DEXA scan to test my bone density. |
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