BONE DENSITOMETRY
What is this ?
Bone densitometry safely, accurately and painlessly measures bone density and the mineral content of bone. It is a tool used to predict the possibility of a fracture. The resulting measurements of your bone density are compared to what is expected of someone your age, sex, size and ethnic background. It is also compared to what is estimated to be the bone density of a young healthy adult of the same sex. The information allows your doctor to determine if you have osteoporosis and the likelihood of a fracture happening. The best course of treatment can then be determined.
Why I need this :
Services offered :
We customize our bone densitometry diagnostic services as per the needs of our patients; it is highly recommended for those patients who have or likely to have:
- Family history of osteoporosis
- Hyperthyroidism or hyperparathyroidism
- Cushing's syndrome
- Kidney failure colitis
- Stomach or intestinal surgery
- High intake of alcohol, coffee, tea or soft drinks
- Heavy smoking
- Low dietary intake of calcium
What shall I expect :
Our skilled technicians allow the patient to lie comfortably still on the padded table while the concerned units scans one or more areas, usually the fracture-prone spine or the hip. The scan itself is safe and painless.