single-energy X-ray absorptiometry

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single-energy X-ray absorptiometry

A bone density scan used to assess the mineral content of bone in a workup for osteoporosis, using a single X-ray beam to estimate the bone density of certain bones. SXA is not used as common as dual-energy X-ray absorptiometry (DEXA).

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Standardization was performed daily by scanning a Hologic anthropomorphic phantom (for DXA) and a manufacturer-supplied forearm phantom (for SXA).

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With this flexibility Phabrix will continue to adapt the SxA platform to address customer needs and the continually evolving SDI specifications."

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* SXA Single Energy X-ray Absorptiometry relies on a very low dose x-ray source to measure the bones of the wrist or heel.

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All of ACMC's SXA materials are wrought products based on standard alloys, such as aluminum alloy 2009, 6061, or 2013 matrices with silicon carbide whisker or particulate reinforcements.

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First, single-energy x-ray absorptiometry (SXA) was tried, but its accuracy was insufficient.

Osteoporosis and Bone Mineral Density

* Single- or dual-energy x-ray absorptiometry (SXA or DXA)

DXA's Role Diagnosing Osteoporosis

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