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dual-energy x-ray absorptiometry

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dual-energy x-ray absorptiometry,
n diagnostic test used to determine bone density and to diagnose and monitor osteoporosis.
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15,16) One of two studies has demonstrated such a relationship when a comparison of the complete MNA was made with a direct measure of body composition, dual-energy X-ray absorptiometry (DXA).
Mini Nutritional Assessment in geriatric rehabilitation: inter-rater ... by Neumann, Sonja A.; Miller, Michelle D.; Daniels, Lynne A.; Ahern, Michael; Crotty, Maria / Nutrition & Dietetics: The Journal of the Dietitians Association of Australia
One of the many measurements taken is bone mineral density (BMD) testing of the proximal femur by dual-energy x-ray absorptiometry (DXA).
Skeletal health prognostications by Lewiecki, E. Michael / Southern Medical Journal
In the article, titled "Comparison of Radiographic Absorptiometry with Dual-Energy X-ray Absorptiometry and Quantitative Computed Tomography in Normal Older White and Black Women," Dr.
Study finds results from CompuMed's OsteoGram bone density test ... by Business Wire
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